Aeroflot Demonstrates Leonardo Booking System to Conviasa
Aeroflot conducted a focused two‑day seminar for Conviasa staff at the Venezuelan airline’s headquarters, showcasing the domestic Leonardo airline ticket booking system and its real‑world capabilities. The event was hosted by Aeroflot’s press service and took place with a visit to the Aeroflot offices and the Sheremetyevo International Airport complex. [Source: Aeroflot press service]
The participants learned that in November 2022 Aeroflot became among the early Russian carriers to pivot its import reservation framework after sanctions, adopting a new information system to manage air transportation processes. The transition was presented as a pivotal step to maintain uninterrupted service and enhance operational resilience. [Source: Aeroflot press service]
During the sessions,Conviasa delegates were oriented about the core principles guiding the Leonardo software components. At the airport, Venezuelan colleagues observed the automated passenger check‑in and baggage handling workflows in action, gaining practical insight into how the system integrates with daily operations. [Source: Aeroflot press service]
Aeroflot’s Deputy General Manager for Information Technologies, Anton Matskevich, highlighted that the first year of Leonardo’s operation demonstrated robust functionality capable of supporting the carrier’s production and commercial activities. The system was praised for its reliability in handling reservations, check‑ins, and flight management across the network. [Source: Aeroflot press service]
Speaking about the collaboration, Matskevich noted the airline’s satisfaction with sharing hands‑on experience in implementing and maintaining the Leonardo platform, which underpins both technical and business processes for partners. [Source: Aeroflot press service]
In June, Aeroflot and Conviasa expanded their cooperation through a memorandum of understanding aimed at deepening ties between the Russian Federation and Caribbean markets. The agreement signals a broader effort to align systems, standards, and services across regional partners. [Source: Aeroflot press service]
Aeroflot stated that Conviasa’s move to the Leonardo reservation system will pave the way for a codeshare and free‑sale arrangement, enabling joint flight operations under a shared code. Passengers could then benefit from integrated loyalty programs and coordinated scheduling with both carriers. [Source: Aeroflot press service]
Conviasa is planned to complete its transition to the Leonardo booking system in the early part of 2024, marking a significant milestone in the modernization of its IT infrastructure and network planning. The transition is described as a strategic step to improve efficiency, data accuracy, and cross‑carrier collaboration across future routes. [Source: Aeroflot press service]