AlitaliaAZA

Alitalia, Italy's former flagship carrier, was founded in 1946 and was headquartered in Rome, operating as a full-service legacy airline that served as a major European airline for decades. The airline operated extensive international routes connecting Italy with destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, with Rome Fiumicino serving as its primary hub alongside secondary operations in Milan. Alitalia was a member of the SkyTeam alliance from 2000 onwards and offered multiple cabin classes including business, premium economy, and economy on its long-haul services. The airline's frequent flyer program, MilleMiglia, provided loyalty rewards to regular passengers. After decades of financial struggles and operational challenges, Alitalia ceased operations in October 2021, with its successor Ita Airways launching shortly thereafter to continue Italian flag carrier services.