Qantas Airways Oil Exposure 90% Hedged Through June, CFO Says

The transcript discusses Qantas's hedging strategy, which has positioned the airline well against short-term fuel price fluctuations. It highlights strong market demand and the company's decision not to halt capital expenditures. Qantas is optimistic about its recovery, with plans for fleet replacement and Project Sunrise. The company is focused on staffing and retention, offering shares to employees as a reward. Leadership changes are also addressed, with potential candidates for the CEO role being considered.

What is Qantas' strategy to manage higher fuel prices?

• Recover costs through higher fares

• Reduce flight frequencies

• Switch to alternative fuels

• Increase fuel consumption

How is Qantas positioned to handle the geopolitical energy crisis?

• By reducing staff

• By closing international routes

• By halting all investments

• By maintaining open markets and continuing investments

What significant project is Qantas reviewing for long-range flights?

• Project Eclipse

• Project Horizon

• Project Sunrise

• Project Moonlight

What is Qantas' approach to staff retention?

• Increasing annual leave

• Providing 1000 shares to staff

• Reducing working hours

• Offering cash bonuses

Does the share distribution for retention include executive employees?

• Only for new hires

• Yes, it includes executive employees

• Only for senior management

• No, only operational staff

What is the speaker's stance on potentially taking over the top job at Qantas?

• Not interested

• Would be honored if given the opportunity

• Already confirmed for the role

• Prefers to stay in the current position

Who will decide the next top executive at Qantas?

• The current CEO

• The board of directors

• The employees

• The shareholders