Episode 16 - Airline consolidation and operational integration – Key considerations and challenges

In this episode, we discuss airline consolidation: something what aviation experts expect to intensify once COVID-19 standstill is over. What forms of airline operational integrations are common? What are the most important considerations, but also challenges when integrating airlines operationally? Our experts worked on operational integration projects in the past and share their experiences and learnings with the listeners. Moderator: Dominique Bayer – Consultant and expert in crew management Guest: Martin Sedláček– Associate Partner and Head of Solution Group Flight Operations & Safety Management This episode includes: Introduction of guests: 01:41 Evidence of airline consolidation: 02:35 Forms of airline operational integration: 04:50 Key considerations: 06:25 Why integration projects can fail: 08:08 Challenges during integration projects: 10:00 Crew management during operational integration: 12:25 Recommendations for airline managers: 16:08