Qantas Group CEO on Fuel Costs, Free Cash Flow, Air Fares, Long-Haul Trips

The transcript discusses Qantas' strategies to offset rising fuel costs through increased revenue and efficient cash flow management. It highlights the impact of airfares on consumers and the business, and examines economic and political factors affecting Qantas. The transcript also covers Project Sunrise, focusing on long haul flights and their potential success.

How did Qantas manage to offset the rising fuel costs?

• By reducing the number of flights

• Through record revenue from the last quarter

• Through government subsidies

• By increasing ticket prices

What is the main concern regarding Qantas's cash flow according to UBS?

• It is too dependent on fuel prices

• It is decreasing due to high debt levels

• It is not enough to cover all expenses

• It is not sustainable in the long term

What economic factor is considered beneficial for Qantas?

• Trade wars

• A weaker Aussie dollar

• High oil prices

• High unemployment rates

How has the Australian economy impacted Qantas's business?

• Negatively due to high inflation

• Positively with strong sector performance

• Positively with increased government support

• Negatively due to high unemployment

What is the impact of the corporate tax regime on Qantas?

• It has no impact on their operations

• It reduces their operational costs

• It benefits their international expansion

• It affects their competitiveness

What is Project Sunrise aiming to achieve?

• Develop new aircraft technology

• Reduce fuel consumption by 50%

• Launch direct flights from Sydney to New York and London

• Increase domestic flight frequency

What is a significant challenge for Project Sunrise?

• Lack of consumer interest

• High operational costs

• Pilot agreements for long flights

• Limited airport slots

What is a key feature of Qantas's long-haul flight strategy?

• Increasing baggage allowances

• Reducing flight durations

• Providing unique in-flight experiences

• Offering lower ticket prices

What is the expected growth rate of the aviation market in the Asia-Pacific region?

• 5.5%

• 2.5%

• 4.8%

• 3.5%

What is the significance of Chinese visitors to Australia for Qantas?

• They contribute the least revenue

• They prefer domestic flights

• They have decreased significantly

• They are the largest group by volume