What Does Lufthansa’s Acquisition Mean For ITAs Long-Haul Flights?

Earlier this week, the European Commission approved Lufthansa’s purchase of ITA Airways. This means that eventually, Lufthansa will own 100% of the Italian national carrier, adding to the other airlines in the group, notably Austrian Airlines, SWISS, and Brussels Airlines to name a few. The agreement has wide-ranging consequences not only on the Italian aviation industry but also on connections from elsewhere in the world to the Mediterranean country.