For passengers flying First and Business Class on routes like Rome Fiumicino (FCO) to New York JFK or Milan Malpensa to Tokyo Narita, the crew was the product. In this environment, Manuela Imperato stood out.

As the aviation industry continues to evolve, Manuela believes that the role of flight attendants will remain crucial to the success of airlines. "We're not just serving coffee and snacks; we're ambassadors for our airline and our country," she says. "We're responsible for creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that makes passengers feel valued and respected."

She became the "face" of the Alitalia workers' struggle during a highly publicized demonstration at Rome's Piazza del Campidoglio. In a symbolic act of protest against the loss of jobs, seniority, and contract protections, she and dozens of other female flight attendants performed a silent, synchronized "flash mob."

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