Will the costs be charged to Alitalia?
No. They are part of the 1 euro price we paid for the whole thing.
When will the thousand to be hired in 2022 come in?
Consistent with the macro-economic and specific trend of world air transport, a first important tranche will return on 30 April. We are also resuming the courses for the training of commanders that Alitalia had not done for over 10 years.
There are commanders in Cigs in Alitalia. Why don’t you take them?
As mentioned, it guides the operation of flights, but unfortunately, even if it may seem offensive, there are commanders and pilots who prefer to remain on layoffs when we call for recruitment.
Have you hired pilots from companies other than Alitalia?
Yes, they come from both Italian and foreign companies
Also from Ryanair?
No, they fly Boeing 737 planes and we have Airbus.
And maybe in Ryanair they earn more?
It’s not true.
You have signed the purchase order for 28 new Airbuses. When will the contract for the leasing of the 31 Airbuses with Alc be signed?
We signed the contract with Airbus last week. The leasing contract has also already been signed.
Will there be an additional 25 Airbuses leased from other lessors, in total 84 new aircraft?
Correct.
Will the first new aircraft enter the fleet in March 2022?
Yes in March, they will be A320neo. The first A350s probably in mid-May.
How’s the operation going?
Good. Both in terms of punctuality and regularity. For three weeks we were the best company in Europe for these parameters.
How many passengers have you carried so far?
About 700 thousand. By Christmas we should reach one million.
How many do you expect in 2022?
Over 13 million, even if the scenario is changing due to the recent developments of the pandemic.
What timeframe for the alliance?
I see it quickly. I see the first six months of 2022 more than December 31st.
Are there two routes, Air France-KLM or Lufthansa?
I urge everyone not to just fossilize on the double track.
Will the American partner of these companies, Delta or United, be linked to the European one?
It’s not for sure. The approach of American companies in the post-Covid period is not like the previous one. It is possible that they are affected regardless of their current European reference partner.
Will the partner become a member of Ita as soon as the agreement is made?
Yes, he may have a position in the equity.
Majority or strong minority?
It is too early to talk about shares.
Was the change of name and livery from Alitalia to Ita decided independently or was it authorized by the Prime Minister Draghi?
It is totally a decision of Ita, but I had the pleasure of informing him in advance. Draghi appreciated. President Mattarella also liked it.
What does the 2022 budget foresee?
It will be consistent with the evolution of the market scenario.
Do you confirm the indications of the industrial plan?
The plan is six months ago. A time that in this context is an eternity. We confirm the operational break-even target by the second quarter of 2023.