When you have the chance to fight for victory or a podium finish, you have the motivation to push that extra bit out of yourself.

I am someone who places great value on the detail. That was always the case, even in my days as a racing driver.

The air travel industry moves into a new phase every five to six years.

The crucial point is always the own cost structure. Therefore I created a Low Cost alliance with air Berlin.

You have a brake in your brain that stops you doing stupid things. The older you are, the earlier that brake comes on. When you're 20 you stop at nothing; when you're older you're cleverer than when you're 20, so your brain brake operates more often!

You must always be faster and better than the others.

Ultimately, an aircraft owner does not want to have to deal with all the intricate details which are necessary for the business.