Planes rely on fuel, whereas electricity, biofuels and even hydrogen are alternative energies that can ultimately be used in rail, sea and even road transport.

In this context of high oil prices and dependency, oil has become a strategic issue for airlines.

Consequently, Air France has introduced a consistent set of policies to protect itself against the sudden rise in oil prices.  The main aim of this is to adapt its cost structure to the new economic environment of high oil prices, and to gain time, pending the entry into service of even more fuel-efficient aircraft.

A young, more cost-efficient fleet

Optimizing aircraft fuel consumption with the Jet Fuel Action Plan

The hedging strategy

Reversible surcharges rather than increased prices