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ITA Airways, officially Italia Trasporto Aereo S.p.A., is designated as the flag carrier airline of Italy.
Answer: True
Explanation: ITA Airways, officially Italia Trasporto Aereo S.p.A., functions as the designated flag carrier airline of Italy, representing the nation's primary air transport entity.
ITA Airways was established in 2021 and commenced flight operations within the same calendar year.
Answer: True
Explanation: ITA Airways was formally established on November 11, 2020, and commenced flight operations on October 15, 2021. Thus, it was established in 2020 but commenced operations in 2021.
ITA Airways was established to replace Alitalia, which ceased operations in October 2021 after facing financial difficulties.
Answer: True
Explanation: ITA Airways was established as the successor to Alitalia, Italy's former flag carrier, which faced persistent financial difficulties leading to its bankruptcy and cessation of operations in October 2021.
Alitalia successfully achieved profitability after its merger with Air One and subsequent investment from Etihad Airways.
Answer: False
Explanation: Despite mergers and investments, Alitalia struggled to achieve sustained profitability, ultimately leading to its closure and replacement by ITA Airways.
ITA Airways took possession of 49 aircraft from Alitalia upon its shutdown.
Answer: True
Explanation: Following Alitalia's cessation of operations, ITA Airways acquired 49 aircraft from the former carrier.
On its first day of operations, ITA Airways' fleet comprised 52 aircraft.
Answer: True
Explanation: On its inaugural day of operations, October 15, 2021, ITA Airways' fleet consisted of 52 aircraft.
What is the primary role of ITA Airways in Italy's aviation sector?
Answer: The flag carrier airline of Italy.
Explanation: ITA Airways, officially Italia Trasporto Aereo S.p.A., functions as the designated flag carrier airline of Italy, representing the nation's primary air transport entity.
When did ITA Airways commence flight operations?
Answer: October 15, 2021
Explanation: ITA Airways commenced flight operations on October 15, 2021, following its establishment on November 11, 2020.
Which airline served as the predecessor to ITA Airways?
Answer: Alitalia
Explanation: ITA Airways was established as the successor to Alitalia, Italy's former flag carrier, which ceased operations in October 2021.
How many aircraft did ITA Airways take possession of from Alitalia upon its shutdown?
Answer: 49
Explanation: Following Alitalia's cessation of operations, ITA Airways acquired 49 aircraft from the former carrier.
The Italian government, via the Ministry of Economy and Finance, holds a 59% majority stake in ITA Airways, with Lufthansa Group holding the remaining 41%.
Answer: True
Explanation: ITA Airways is primarily owned by the Government of Italy, through its Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF), which holds a 59% majority stake. Lufthansa Group holds the remaining 41% stake.
In 2022, only Lufthansa Group expressed interest in becoming the majority owner of ITA Airways.
Answer: False
Explanation: In 2022, MSC Group, Lufthansa Group, Delta Air Lines/Air France-KLM/Certares, and Indigo Partners all expressed interest in acquiring ownership stakes in ITA Airways.
The Italian government initially preferred the bid from MSC Group for ITA Airways in August 2022.
Answer: False
Explanation: As of August 31, 2022, the Italian government indicated a preference for the bid from the Air France-KLM/Certares partnership, not MSC Group.
Lufthansa Group agreed to acquire a 41% stake in ITA Airways in May 2023.
Answer: True
Explanation: By May 25, 2023, Lufthansa Group finalized an agreement to acquire a 41% stake in ITA Airways.
The European Commission approved Lufthansa Group's acquisition of ITA Airways in July 2025.
Answer: False
Explanation: The European Commission granted its approval for Lufthansa Group's acquisition of ITA Airways on July 3, 2024, not in 2025.
Which entity holds the majority stake in ITA Airways?
Answer: The Government of Italy
Explanation: The Government of Italy, through its Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF), holds a 59% majority stake in ITA Airways.
Which of the following aviation groups was NOT mentioned as expressing interest in becoming majority owner of ITA Airways in 2022?
Answer: Ryanair
Explanation: While MSC Group, Indigo Partners, and Lufthansa Group were mentioned as expressing interest, Ryanair was not listed among the entities interested in majority ownership in 2022.
As of May 2023, what was the agreement reached regarding Lufthansa Group's involvement with ITA Airways?
Answer: Lufthansa agreed to acquire a minority stake of 41%.
Explanation: By May 25, 2023, Lufthansa Group reached an agreement to acquire a 41% minority stake in ITA Airways.
Rome Fiumicino Airport serves as the primary operational hub for ITA Airways.
Answer: True
Explanation: Rome Fiumicino Airport is designated as the main operational hub for ITA Airways, with Milan Linate Airport also serving as a significant focus city.
ITA Airways' initial fleet strategy included ordering 28 new Airbus aircraft and leasing 31 additional new Airbus aircraft.
Answer: True
Explanation: In September 2021, ITA Airways announced a fleet strategy involving a Memorandum of Understanding with Airbus for 28 new aircraft and plans to lease 31 additional new Airbus aircraft.
As of November 2024, ITA Airways serves 73 destinations and plans to expand to 74 destinations by 2025.
Answer: True
Explanation: As of November 2024, ITA Airways serves 73 destinations, with plans to expand its network to 74 destinations by 2025.
As of August 2025, ITA Airways operates a fleet of 95 aircraft, with 25 additional aircraft on order.
Answer: True
Explanation: As of August 2025, ITA Airways operates a fleet comprising 95 aircraft, with an additional 25 aircraft currently on order.
ITA Airways' fleet includes the Airbus A380 model.
Answer: False
Explanation: ITA Airways' fleet comprises various Airbus models, but it does not include the Airbus A380.
ITA Airways is phasing out its Airbus A320neo aircraft to replace them with older A320-200 models.
Answer: False
Explanation: ITA Airways is phasing out older models like the A319-100 and A330-200, replacing them with newer aircraft such as the A220 and A330neo, not phasing out A320neos for older A320-200s.
The Airbus A350-900 operated by ITA Airways has a total capacity of 319 passengers.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Airbus A350-900 operated by ITA Airways is configured to accommodate a total of 319 passengers across different classes.
The IATA airline designator for ITA Airways is ITY.
Answer: False
Explanation: The IATA airline designator for ITA Airways is AZ, not ITY. ITY is the ICAO designator.
By 2025, ITA Airways plans to serve 89 destinations and operate 74 routes.
Answer: False
Explanation: By 2025, ITA Airways plans to serve 74 destinations and operate 89 routes, not the other way around.
ITA Airways has 25 aircraft on order as of August 2025.
Answer: True
Explanation: As of August 2025, ITA Airways has a backlog of 25 aircraft on order.
ITA Airways' fleet modernization strategy involves replacing the Airbus A330-200 with the more fuel-efficient Airbus A330neo.
Answer: True
Explanation: ITA Airways is actively replacing its older Airbus A330-200 aircraft with the more contemporary and fuel-efficient Airbus A330neo.
What is identified as the main hub for ITA Airways?
Answer: Rome Fiumicino Airport
Explanation: Rome Fiumicino Airport serves as the primary operational hub for ITA Airways.
Which aircraft manufacturer did ITA Airways sign a Memorandum of Understanding with for 28 new aircraft in September 2021?
Answer: Airbus
Explanation: In September 2021, ITA Airways signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Airbus for the acquisition of 28 new aircraft.
What is the official callsign used by ITA Airways for its flights?
Answer: ITARROW
Explanation: The official aviation call sign for ITA Airways is ITARROW.
Which aircraft type is ITA Airways in the process of retiring and replacing with newer models?
Answer: Airbus A319-100
Explanation: ITA Airways is phasing out its Airbus A319-100 aircraft as part of its fleet modernization strategy.
What is the ICAO code for ITA Airways?
Answer: ITY
Explanation: The ICAO airline designator for ITA Airways is ITY.
Which specific Airbus models are being retired by ITA Airways and replaced by newer aircraft?
Answer: A319-100 and A330-200
Explanation: ITA Airways is phasing out its Airbus A319-100 and A330-200 aircraft as part of its fleet modernization strategy.
What was the total passenger capacity of the Airbus A350-900 operated by ITA Airways?
Answer: 319 passengers
Explanation: The Airbus A350-900 operated by ITA Airways is configured to accommodate a total of 319 passengers across different classes.
Which US cities were among the initial destinations planned for ITA Airways' flights in 2021?
Answer: New York-JFK, Boston, and Miami
Explanation: ITA Airways initially planned to commence service to New York-JFK, Boston, and Miami in 2021.
In 2023, ITA Airways reported revenues of €2.4 billion and a net loss of €5 million.
Answer: True
Explanation: For the fiscal year 2023, ITA Airways reported revenues of €2.4 billion and a net loss of €5 million.
For the year 2024, ITA Airways reported a net profit of €227 million.
Answer: False
Explanation: For the financial year ending December 31, 2024, ITA Airways reported a net loss of €227 million, not a net profit.
The passenger load factor for ITA Airways in 2023 was 79%.
Answer: True
Explanation: In 2023, ITA Airways achieved a passenger load factor of 79%.
What were ITA Airways' reported revenues for the year 2023?
Answer: €2.4 billion
Explanation: For the fiscal year 2023, ITA Airways reported revenues amounting to €2.4 billion.
What was the passenger load factor for ITA Airways in 2024?
Answer: 81%
Explanation: For the financial year ending December 31, 2024, ITA Airways achieved a passenger load factor of 81%.
In 2023, ITA Airways reported a gross operating profit of how much?
Answer: €70 million
Explanation: For the fiscal year 2023, ITA Airways reported a gross operating profit of €70 million.
What was the net loss reported by ITA Airways for the financial year ending December 31, 2024?
Answer: €227 million
Explanation: For the financial year ending December 31, 2024, ITA Airways reported a net loss of €227 million.
ITA Airways was a member of the SkyTeam alliance from its inception until 2025 and is scheduled to join Star Alliance in 2026.
Answer: True
Explanation: ITA Airways was a member of the SkyTeam alliance from its inception until its departure in 2025. It is scheduled to join the Star Alliance in the first half of 2026.
Upon Lufthansa Group's acquisition, ITA Airways became the sixth network airline within the group.
Answer: False
Explanation: Following Lufthansa Group's acquisition, ITA Airways became the fifth network airline within the group, alongside Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian, and Brussels Airlines.
ITA Airways moved its operations at Frankfurt and Munich airports to co-locate with other Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance airlines in March 2025.
Answer: True
Explanation: In March 2025, ITA Airways relocated its operations at Frankfurt and Munich airports to facilitate co-location with other Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance carriers.
Volare is ITA Airways' loyalty program, and its members can earn points on Lufthansa flights starting February 2025.
Answer: True
Explanation: Volare is ITA Airways' loyalty program, and effective February 3, 2025, its members can earn and redeem points on flights operated by Lufthansa and other Lufthansa Group airlines.
ITA Airways has codeshare agreements with airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air.
Answer: False
Explanation: ITA Airways has codeshare agreements with carriers like Air Canada, Air France, KLM, and Lufthansa, but not typically with low-cost carriers such as Ryanair and Wizz Air.
ITA Airways is scheduled to join which airline alliance in the first half of 2026?
Answer: Star Alliance
Explanation: ITA Airways is scheduled to join the Star Alliance in the first half of 2026, aligning with its integration into the Lufthansa Group.
What was the reason for ITA Airways moving its operations at Frankfurt and Munich airports in March 2025?
Answer: To co-locate with other Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance airlines.
Explanation: The relocation of ITA Airways' operations at Frankfurt and Munich airports in March 2025 was implemented to facilitate co-location with other Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance carriers.
What is the name of ITA Airways' loyalty program?
Answer: Volare
Explanation: Volare is ITA Airways' proprietary loyalty program.
Which of the following is listed as a codeshare agreement partner for ITA Airways?
Answer: Air Canada
Explanation: ITA Airways maintains codeshare agreements with numerous carriers, including Air Canada.
Jörg Eberhart is the Chairman and Sandro Pappalardo is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ITA Airways.
Answer: False
Explanation: As per available information, Jörg Eberhart serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ITA Airways, and Sandro Pappalardo holds the position of Chairman.
The European Commission advised ITA Airways to acquire the Alitalia brand name directly to maintain brand continuity.
Answer: False
Explanation: The European Commission advised against the direct transfer of the Alitalia brand to ITA Airways due to continuity concerns, recommending an open tender process for Alitalia's assets.
During a protest in October 2021, former Alitalia employees blocked ITA Airways' headquarters.
Answer: False
Explanation: While former Alitalia employees protested in October 2021, the description does not state they blocked ITA Airways' headquarters, but rather involved demonstrations with slogans and attire.
ITA Airways began carrying the Pope for official travel in December 2021, using the callsign 'Shepherd One'.
Answer: False
Explanation: ITA Airways began carrying the Pope in December 2021. While 'Shepherd One' is a common press nickname, the official callsign is 'Volo Papale'.
ITA Airways acquired the Alitalia brand name for €90 million in the fall of 2021.
Answer: True
Explanation: ITA Airways reportedly acquired the Alitalia brand in the autumn of 2021 for €90 million, with strategic intentions for its future use.
ITA Airways names all its aircraft after famous Italian cities.
Answer: False
Explanation: ITA Airways names its aircraft after meritorious Italian sportspeople, not famous Italian cities.
ITA Airways purchased the 'Alitalia' brand primarily to enhance its operational efficiency.
Answer: False
Explanation: ITA Airways purchased the 'Alitalia' brand for potential future marketing operations and to prevent competitors from utilizing it, not primarily for operational efficiency.
On June 17, 2022, an ITA Airways aircraft made contact with an Air France aircraft on the tarmac at JFK Airport, resulting in wing damage to the ITA aircraft.
Answer: True
Explanation: On June 17, 2022, an ITA Airways aircraft experienced contact with an Air France aircraft on the tarmac at JFK Airport, leading to wing damage on the ITA aircraft.
ITA Airways was expected to start operations with approximately 2,800 employees.
Answer: True
Explanation: ITA Airways was projected to commence operations with an initial workforce of approximately 2,800 employees.
As of 2024, ITA Airways employed 4,667 individuals.
Answer: True
Explanation: As of 2024, ITA Airways reported a total employment of 4,667 individuals.
The European Commission prohibited ITA Airways from acquiring the MilleMiglia frequent-flyer program from Alitalia.
Answer: True
Explanation: While ITA Airways intended to acquire the MilleMiglia frequent-flyer program, the European Commission prohibited this transfer.
The official callsign for papal flights carried by ITA Airways is 'Shepherd One'.
Answer: False
Explanation: While 'Shepherd One' is a common press nickname, the official callsign for papal flights operated by ITA Airways is 'Volo Papale'.
What was a key recommendation from the European Commission regarding Alitalia's assets?
Answer: Conduct an open tender for Alitalia's assets, potentially selling them separately.
Explanation: The European Commission advised Italy to conduct an open, transparent, and non-discriminatory tender for Alitalia's assets, recommending they be sold separately and advising against the direct transfer of the brand.
How much did ITA Airways reportedly pay to acquire the Alitalia brand?
Answer: €90 million
Explanation: ITA Airways reportedly acquired the Alitalia brand in the autumn of 2021 for €90 million.
How does ITA Airways name its aircraft?
Answer: After meritorious Italian sportspeople.
Explanation: All aircraft within the ITA Airways fleet are designated with names honoring meritorious Italian sports figures.
What incident occurred on the tarmac at JFK Airport on June 17, 2022, involving ITA Airways?
Answer: An ITA Airways aircraft made contact with an Air France aircraft.
Explanation: On June 17, 2022, an ITA Airways aircraft made contact with an Air France aircraft on the tarmac at John F. Kennedy International Airport.
What was the dual purpose of ITA Airways purchasing the 'Alitalia' brand?
Answer: To use for potential future marketing and prevent competitor use.
Explanation: ITA Airways acquired the 'Alitalia' brand with the strategic intent of utilizing it for potential future marketing operations and to preclude its appropriation by competitors.
Which frequent-flyer program did the European Commission prohibit ITA Airways from acquiring from Alitalia?
Answer: MilleMiglia
Explanation: The European Commission prohibited ITA Airways from acquiring the MilleMiglia frequent-flyer program from Alitalia.
What was the outcome of the investigation into the JFK tarmac incident involving ITA Airways and Air France in 2023?
Answer: Both aircraft were repaired following the incident.
Explanation: The investigation into the tarmac collision at JFK Airport concluded in 2023, with both involved aircraft undergoing repairs subsequent to the incident.