Brazilian low-cost carrier GOL Linhas Aéreas commenced its inaugural long-haul intercontinental route on 8 July 2026, operating nonstop flights between Rio de Janeiro Galeão (GIG) and New York JFK with a wet-leased Airbus A330-200 from Wamos Air. This marks GOL’s first widebody operation, breaking its historical all-Boeing 737 fleet constraint following 2024 Chapter 11 restructuring under Abra Group ownership. The thrice-weekly service fills the gap left by American and Delta, which suspended seasonal nonstops in March 2026, positioning GOL as the sole nonstop operator until 22 October 2026. GOL’s own A330-900neo fleet is expected to replace the leased aircraft later in 2026, enabling expansion to Lisbon, Paris, and Orlando.