I just flew Copa last month from
STI (Santiago, DR) to SCL (Santiago, Chile), connecting through Panama City.
They are affiliated with Continental airlines and use their OnePass FF program. They also recently joined the Star Alliance.
I was very satisfied with the airline and would fly them again. Both myself and my companion were upgraded on all four segments. With the upgrades come access to the VIP lounge in
STI, and the Presidents Club in Panama City.
Flights to/from
STI are on the smaller Embracer 190 regional jet. 1-2 seating in coach and 10 seats in Business Class. The flight to Chile was on 737-800 with 16 seats in first.
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And as Joey mentioned, the extra Elite Qualification Miles and bonita FA'a are both a nice bonus.
And to second Papi's correct info on the Panama City airport, if you are connecting there, you do not even pass through passport control.
And FYI, Chile is one of several countries that Dominicans can travel to without a visa. They do however need a passport.
Entry for Dominicans is free, but the "tourist card" entry fee for Americans is $140 US (good until your passport expires)
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