The whole France-Brazil Aeropostale route (with the aid of ships from Dakar to Natal) was opened in early 1928. At least two Late 14's were followed by approximately 20 Late 17s. The latter was a single-engined parasol-wing monoplane with a rounded metal fuselage (fabric-covered) accommodating four passengers plus baggage and mail. Most were powered by a 224kW Renault 12Fc engine, although some were fitted with a Gnome-Rhone-built Jupiter.