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Finnair expands British Airways codeshare to target more UK customers

Kanchan Nath Jan 21, 2025

Finnair has expanded its codeshare with oneworld alliance member, British Airways, as the Finnish airline continues to expand its reach in the UK and targets new customers in the Channel…

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St. Kitts Tourism Authority accepted into global luxury travel group Virtuoso

Kanchan Nath Jan 17, 2025

St. Kitts Tourism Authority has been accepted into Virtuoso®’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprising 2,300 preferred suppliers in 100 countries.

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British Airways makes changes and rebrands its loyalty programme

Kanchan Nath Jan 2, 2025

British Airways has announced changes to its loyalty programme, introducing new ways to earn Tier Points to progress through the Tiers.

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20 for ‘25: British Airways spotlights 20 destinations for 2025

Kanchan Nath Dec 27, 2024

British Airways and British Airways Holidays have marked the launch of their January sale by shining the spotlight on 20 destinations for 2025.

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New Route connecting Rimini’s Fellini Airport and London Heathrow from May 2025

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2024

UK passengers will be able to fly to Rimini’s Fellini Airport from London Heathrow on British Airways three times per week, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays.

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British Airways decks the halls with festive celebrations

Kanchan Nath Dec 3, 2024

British Airways is sprinkling Christmas magic across the terminals it operates from at Heathrow and Gatwick, in its lounges globally, and on board as part of this year’s celebrations.

British Airways unveils its brand-new First class

Kanchan Nath Nov 26, 2024

British Airways has unveiled its brand-new First seat, combining elegant design with expert British craftsmanship, reflective of modern British luxury travel.

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British Airways makes multi-million pound aviation investment in Cardiff base

Kanchan Nath Nov 25, 2024

The planned investment will expand one of three existing maintenance bays at British Airways Maintenance Cardiff (BAMC) to facilitate larger long-haul A350 aircraft.

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British Airways opens applications for graduate and apprenticeship schemes 2024

Kanchan Nath Nov 11, 2024

British Airways has opened applications for 270 graduate and apprenticeship positions ranging from customer service to aircraft maintenance and digital, which is new for 2024.

Tourism Authority of Thailand welcomes resumption of British Airways flights from London to Bangkok

Marga Manlapig Nov 1, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand expressed its delight over the resumption of direct flights by British Airways from London to Bangkok.

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IATA develops CO2 Connect for Cargo with British Airways and Microsoft

Kanchan Nath Oct 4, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced collaborations with British Airways and Microsoft to further enhance the accuracy of IATA CO2 Connect for Cargo in calculating…

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British Airways to become the largest purchaser of carbon removals in the UK

Kanchan Nath Sep 24, 2024

British Airways has signed a deal to purchase more than £9 million worth of innovative carbon removals credits in the United Kingdom and overseas as part of a six-year agreement.

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British Airways announces direct flights to Tbilisi, Georgia

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2024

British Airways will launch flights from London Heathrow to Tbilisi, Georgia next year, operating four times per week from 30 March 2025.

British Airways to fly daily to Pittsburgh

Kanchan Nath Sep 17, 2024

From Sunday 30 March 2025, the vibrant city of Pittsburgh in Western Pennsylvania will be even more accessible to holidaymakers from the UK as British Airways’ direct flight from London…

British Airways to operate more flights into the Americas next year

Marga Manlapig Sep 13, 2024

British Airways announced that it will be offering over 400 direct flights a week to North and Central America in the summer of 2025.

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British Airways to scrap flights between London, UK and Beijing, China

Kanchan Nath Aug 9, 2024

The carrier said it was "pausing" its service from the end of October until at least November next year. While flights to Shanghai and Hong Kong will continue.

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Expanded codeshare partnership between British Airways and Bangkok Airways

Kanchan Nath Aug 8, 2024

British Airways customers now have a wider choice of Southeast Asian holiday destinations, thanks to an increase in flights from London to Bangkok, and an expanded codeshare partnership with…

St. Kitts announces agent fam prize draw

Kanchan Nath Jul 26, 2024

The St. Kitts Tourism Authority is giving its travel agent partners the chance to win a place on its upcoming October FAM trip.

New £21 million fund from British Airways to put 200 aspiring pilots through training

Kanchan Nath Jul 25, 2024

British Airways has announced a £21 million investment to give up to 200 prospective pilots the chance to follow their dream of flying for a commercial airline without the worry of…

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British Airways releases its new safety video, “A British Original Period Drama”

Kanchan Nath Jul 25, 2024

May we haveth one’s attention please? British Airways premieres its brand-new safety video, “A British Original Period Drama” inspired by some of Britain’s famous period literature, TV and…

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From the Thames to the Terminal: A Scenic Journey with British Airways and Uber Boat

Joe Cusmano Jun 20, 2024 0

British Airways has embarked on a unique partnership with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, offering travellers a delightful and adventurous way to reach London City

British Airsleighs: New Lapland flights launching this winter

Kanchan Nath Jun 13, 2024

British Airways has added Lapland to its list, and checked it twice, as it prepares to launch new flights to Santa Claus’s home region this winter.

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British Airways customers invited to travel to London City Airport by boat

Kanchan Nath Jun 11, 2024

British Airways has teamed up with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers to offer a scenic journey to the airport with 25% off tickets and a complimentary drink on the Thames.

Visit Moxy Tromsø this Winter

Kanchan Nath May 29, 2024

As Aurora seekers and arctic adventurers get ready to book their flights to this coveted destination this winter, Moxy Tromsø is the perfect place to stay, being just a 5-minute drive from…

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British Airways announces winter flights to Tromsø, Norway

Kanchan Nath May 27, 2024

British Airways will launch its first ever flight to Tromsø, Norway, this winter. Operating from 1 December 2024, Tromsø will become the airline’s most northernly destination globally and is…

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British Airways touches down in Dhabi Zayed International Airport to launch new daily route to Abu Dhabi

Kanchan Nath Apr 23, 2024

British Airways returned to Abu Dhabi this morning as it touched down at Zayed International Airport. Customers and crew received a warm welcome following a four-year pause of the route.

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British Airways’ customers can now book all flights for as little as a pound

Kanchan Nath Apr 22, 2024

In a move to give customers even more choice when spending their Avios, British Airways has announced the latest improvement to its Executive Club loyalty programme by making every one of…

Amadeus partners with British Airways

Kanchan Nath Apr 18, 2024

British Airways has selected Amadeus as its technology partner and Amadeus Nevio, a new portfolio of modular solutions built on open and AI technology, to deliver the airline’s Offer and…

British Airways’ Speedbird Pilot Academy cadet programme opens for new applications

Kanchan Nath Apr 10, 2024

The airline is opening the application window for the second year of its fully funded Speedbird Pilot Academy cadet scheme on Tuesday April 16, 2024.

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British Airways and Virgin Atlantic CEOs to speak at Sustainable Skies World Summit 2024

Kanchan Nath Apr 1, 2024

Aviation leaders Shai Weiss, CEO of Virgin Atlantic and Sean Doyle, CEO of British Airways as keynote speakers at the Sustainable Skies World Summit 2024.

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British Airways unveils new a website and app as part of its £7bn transformation plan

Kanchan Nath Mar 22, 2024

British Airways, has announced an array of new initiatives to transform the airline, unveiling a £7bn transformation plan at its first ‘In the Skies’ showcase event in London.

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British Airways overhauls airport equipment at Heathrow with multi-million-pound investment

Kanchan Nath Mar 19, 2024

British Airways is embarking on a multi-million-pound investment programme to overhaul its ground support equipment at Heathrow Airport, as part of its commitment to reducing emissions both…

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British Airways launches new TV advert as part of its unique “A British Original” campaign

Kanchan Nath Mar 17, 2024

British Airways is unveiling its latest TV advert and brand campaign as part of its “A British Original” positioning, celebrating the important journeys in life that help shape a customer's…

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British Airways Unveils £7bn Transformation Plan

Joe Cusmano Mar 14, 2024 0

More than 600 modernisation initiatives are being rolled out as part of the airline’s £7bn transformation plan, as it invests in every part of its business. The post British Airways Unveils…

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British Airways launches Lunar New Year menu

Kanchan Nath Feb 7, 2024

To welcome the Year of the Dragon, British Airways is introducing special touches on the ground and in the air this festive season.

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Sabre and IAG expand partnership with multi-year distribution agreement including NDC content

Kanchan Nath Jan 13, 2024

Sabre Corporation has entered into a multi-year distribution agreement with International Airlines Group (IAG) that will expand their existing partnership and further promote modern travel…

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British Airways adds new route to Turkey for 2024

Kanchan Nath Dec 28, 2023

British Airways will start a new route to Izmir in Turkey from Heathrow next summer. The service will operate on Saturdays from 18 May 2024, until 28 September from Heathrow Terminal 5.

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Agadir joins British Airways’ short-haul network from London Gatwick

Kanchan Nath Dec 15, 2023

Agadir has become the latest destination to join British Airways’ route network from London Gatwick. The four-times weekly flight will be operated by British Airways’ Gatwick short-haul…

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Tis the season: British Airways launches its most Christmassy British original Christmas celebration yet

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2023

To celebrate the festive season this year, British Airways is pulling out all the stops to make it the biggest celebration for its customers to date with Christmas dinners, festive soaps and…

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British Airways introduces Avios collection on World Duty Free purchases

Kanchan Nath Nov 29, 2023

British Airways Executive Club Members spending in World Duty Free shops at London Heathrow can now collect Avios on their purchases.

British Airways Black Friday Sale on holidays and flights

Kanchan Nath Nov 23, 2023

British Airways has launched its Black Friday Sale with flights to Europe from £39 each way, discounted deals to the US, hot offers on European city breaks and huge savings on British…

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British Airways partners with DJ Cuppy

Kanchan Nath Nov 2, 2023

British Airways is bringing Nigerian-born musician, Cuppy’s Afrobeats to flyers, with an exclusive playlist available onboard from November 1.

British Airways completes the refresh of its club lounge at Heathrow Terminal 5B

Kanchan Nath Oct 31, 2023

British Airways has completed the final phase of its lounge refresh, located at London Heathrow Terminal 5’s B gates, with a range of improvements for customers to enjoy ahead of their…

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Abu Dhabi returns to British Airways’ route map

Kanchan Nath Oct 27, 2023

British Airways will launch daily flights to Abu Dhabi next year, following a four-year hiatus. The route will begin operating on 20 April 2024, serving the UAE’s capital on a year-round…

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British Airways celebrates Diwali with new campaign: Home

Kanchan Nath Oct 24, 2023

British Airways will air its newest brand advert this week, to celebrate Diwali. The seasonal positioning is a celebration of those flying home this festival season, and a thank you to…

British Airways to fund training costs of 60 prospective pilots

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2023

Prospective pilots can apply for a place on a new British Airways scheme that will see the £100,000 cost of their training covered entirely by the airline.

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British Airways announces partnership with Alzheimer’s Society

Kanchan Nath Sep 12, 2023

British Airways has today announced a new three-year partnership with Alzheimer’s Society, a charity that works with people living with and affected by dementia.

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British Airways announces end of summer sale for flights and holidays

Kanchan Nath Sep 6, 2023

British Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched their end of summer sale, offering flight and holiday savings for travel in both 2023 and 2024.

Travelport delivers British Airways’ NDC content on Travelport+, providing faster and easier access for agents

Kanchan Nath Aug 4, 2023

Travelport announced that New Distribution Capability (NDC) content from British Airways is now live on the Travelport+ platform.

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Double the amount of content now available on board British Airways

Kanchan Nath Aug 3, 2023

British Airways has doubled the content available for customers to watch through its inflight entertainment system since the start of the year, offering a wide range of brand-new content on…

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Iberia joins British Airways and Qatar Airways to expand the world’s largest airline joint business

Kanchan Nath Jul 27, 2023

Qatar Airways, British Airways, and Iberia, the national carriers of Qatar, the United Kingdom, and Spain are joining forces.

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British Airways announces multi-million pound investment in new pilot cadet scheme

Kanchan Nath Jul 22, 2023

British Airways has announced that it is launching a brand-new pilot cadet programme that will fund training for up to 60 aspiring pilots a year.

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British Airways helps former police officer achieve his ambition of flying again

Kanchan Nath Jul 19, 2023

British Airways has proudly assisted customer Brian Hickman to take his first flight in 15 years, accompanied by his service dog Lily, after he got in touch with the airline to ask for help…

British Airways’ new Whispering Angel bar opens at Heathrow Terminal 5

Kanchan Nath Jul 18, 2023

British Airways’ highly anticipated Whispering Angel bar, located in the airline’s lounge in Terminal 5 at the B gates, has opened in time for the peak summer season.

British Airways to offer ice cream and other treats for customers as part of its “British Original”

Kanchan Nath Jul 11, 2023

British Airways is introducing holiday treats for its customers to enjoy this summer, including refreshing ice-cream, pre-take off bubbles in World Traveller Plus, seasonal menus and…

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British Airways and Heathrow partner with London Wildlife Trust to help protect Hillingdon’s wildlife

Kanchan Nath Jul 5, 2023

British Airways and Heathrow have announced a new partnership with London Wildlife Trust to help protect local wildlife and ensure Hillingdon residents are able to enjoy the abundance of…

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Fuerteventura becomes the fourth Canary island on Ba Euroflyer’s route map

Kanchan Nath Jun 15, 2023

BA Euroflyer, the wholly owned Gatwick-based subsidiary of British Airways, has added Fuerteventura to its route map.

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British Airways touches down in Cincinnati

Kanchan Nath Jun 12, 2023

British Airways has officially arrived at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) with the airline’s inaugural flight from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) touching down just…

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British Airways announces exclusive new Whispering Angel lounge bar at Heathrow terminal 5

Kanchan Nath Jun 11, 2023

British Airways has announced plans for an exclusive Whispering Angel lounge bar, becoming the first airline to have a bespoke bar dedicated to the famed rosé wine.

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British Airways has launched flights between London Heathrow and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen

Kanchan Nath Jun 5, 2023

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen has become the latest destination to join British Airways’ network, with the inaugural flight touching down on the Anatolian side of Istanbul on Thursday 1 June 2023.

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British Airways unveils five new Avios-only flights, including Easter Holiday Travel

Kanchan Nath May 26, 2023

British Airways unveiled its next Avios-Only flights today, opening up hundreds of additional reward seats over the 2024 Easter period.

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British Airways launches flight and holiday sale

Kanchan Nath May 12, 2023

British Airways and British Airways Holidays launched their Original Sale today, offering flight and holiday savings for travel throughout 2023 and 2024.

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British Airways joins forces with VisitBritain to welcome visitors for the coronation

Kanchan Nath May 4, 2023

As Britain and the Commonwealth look forward to celebrating the Coronation of His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen Consort this weekend, British Airways will be celebrating with…

British Airways launches Avios-Only flights

Kanchan Nath Apr 14, 2023

British Airways has launched its first Avios-Only flights, on which 100% of the seats are exclusively available to Executive Club Members as Reward Seats.

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British Airways becomes the first airline in the UK to launch a visual guide to flying

Kanchan Nath Mar 31, 2023

To mark World Autism Acceptance Week, British Airways has announced a partnership with Learning Rose, an organisation that develops support material for people with autism.

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British Airways touches down in Aruba and Guyana

Kanchan Nath Mar 30, 2023

Aruba and Guyana have become the latest destinations to join British Airways’ network, with inaugural flights arriving to a warm welcome in the destinations’ respective capital cities.

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British Airways adds a touch of sparkle to Its Club World Cabin with New English Wines

Kanchan Nath Mar 28, 2023

British Airways has introduced award-winning English Sparkling wines in its Club World (business class) cabin so customers can enjoy the ‘best of British’ bubbles at 35,000ft.

‘Ask Britain Anything’ launched by British Airways and VisitBritain showcasing modern Britain in 2023

Kanchan Nath Mar 20, 2023

British Airways and VisitBritain have joined forces in a new campaign that gives an insider’s view on modern Britain, with all its vibrancy and warmth, to inspire US visitors to book their…

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British Airways and American Airlines unveil Bridge Bar

Kanchan Nath Mar 10, 2023

British Airways and American Airlines are further enhancing the newly renovated Terminal 8 at JFK airport with the unveiling of the first of its kind, Bridge Bar.

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British Airways codeshares with Airlink

Kanchan Nath Feb 9, 2023

British Airways has announced a codeshare partnership with Airlink, improving connectivity between the UK, Europe, North America and more than 15 destinations in Southern Africa.

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British airways announces resumption of flights to mainland China

Kanchan Nath Feb 3, 2023

After a two-year absence, British Airways has announced it will resume flights between the UK and mainland China. Tickets have gone on sale today for flights to Shanghai from 23 April and…

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British Airways announces new daily flight from London Heathrow to Florence

Kanchan Nath Jan 2, 2023

British Airways has announced a new daily flight from London Heathrow to Florence, Italy, for Summer 2023. Starting on 26 April 2023, the new flight will operate daily from London Heathrow’s…

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British Airways launches its biggest sale of the year

Kanchan Nath Dec 28, 2022

British Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched their biggest sale of the year, offering customers huge savings for bookings made before 31 January 2023.

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British Airways, Virgin Atlantic limit ticket sales to Heathrow

Kanchan Nath Dec 20, 2022

British Airways and Virgin Atlantic will limit ticket sales for flights to London’s Heathrow Airport during planned strikes by border agents over Christmas and New Year’s Eve to reduce…

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BA works with Queen Elizabeth’s foundation for disabled people to enhance accessibility

Kanchan Nath Dec 6, 2022

To mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities (3rd December 2022), British Airways has announced that it is working with Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People (QEF).

Tokyo to hold London agent marketplace on 1 Feb

Kanchan Nath Dec 2, 2022

The reopening of Japan last month has been big news. In response, and to support agents maximise bookings, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) will host a Tokyo City Promotion at Royal…

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British Airways enables customers to purchase carbon removal credits

Kanchan Nath Nov 25, 2022

British Airways is now offering customers the chance to address their emissions from flying by purchasing certified carbon removal credits.

Airlines and Aviation

Travel continues to rebound post pandemic

Kanchan Nath Nov 23, 2022

The aviation analytics firm Cirium have analysed data looking at how flights on the world’s largest passenger aircraft – the A380 – have recovered.

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Now fly direct London to Cincinnati with British Airways

Kanchan Nath Nov 18, 2022

British Airways has announced a new direct route from London Heathrow to the Cincinnati region, starting from Summer 2023. Cincinnati will become the 27th US destination served directly from…

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BA launches new smart technology trial

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2022

British Airways has become the first UK airline to trial the use of biometric technology for international flights, enabling customers taking part in the trial to travel through the airport…

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Moving closer to large scale production of SAF

Kanchan Nath Nov 3, 2022

British Airways, LanzaJet and Nova Pangaea Technologies have signed an agreement that will accelerate their ground-breaking Project Speedbird initiative to develop cost-effective sustainable…

Airlines and Aviation

BA City Flyer launches new route between Aberdeen and London City Airport

Kanchan Nath Nov 2, 2022

British Airways has launched a new route between London City Airport (LCY) and Aberdeen (ABZ) for the winter season.

Airlines and Aviation

Loganair returns to profit as pandemic recovery continues

Kanchan Nath Oct 19, 2022

Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline, returned to profitability in the financial year to 31 March 2022 – the year in which the airline also celebrated its 60th anniversary.

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British Airways partners with British Red Cross

Kanchan Nath Oct 6, 2022

British Airways has announced a three-year partnership with the British Red Cross as part of its BA Better World Community Fund programme, supporting communities across the UK in times of…

Airlines and Aviation

British Airways is reviewing its uniform policy

Kanchan Nath Oct 4, 2022

British Airways is reviewing its uniform policy after Virgin Atlantic said it no longer required staff to wear ‘gendered uniform options’.

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British Airways and Qatar Airways complete expansion

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2022

Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the latest phase in the expansion of their partnership, offering global connectivity between more countries than any other airline joint…

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British Airways announces partnership to launch dedicated online wine business

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2022

British Airways customers will soon be able to collect Avios towards their travels when ordering exclusively from a new online wine retailer.

Qatar Airways & British Airways form largest airline joint business

Harry Johnson Sep 26, 2022 0

New joint business gives passengers enhanced access between destinations in Europe and the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Oceania Qatar Airways & British Airways form largest airline…

Save with September sale on British Airways

Kanchan Nath Sep 2, 2022

British Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched their September sale, with reductions made across a range of flights and holidays all the way into the summer of 2023.

Mooting for direct flights to US, UK, Canada from Punjab

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2022

Bhagwant Mann, the Chief Minister of Punjab said that his state government is in talks with major airline companies, to start direct international flights connecting Amritsar and Mohali to…

Heathrow: Unpredictability remains harsh reality

Harry Johnson May 10, 2022

Heathrow: Unpredictability remains harsh reality - 5 million passengers travelled through Heathrow in April, with outbound leisure travellers and Brits cashing in airline travel vouchers…

London Heathrow faces a new harsh reality

Juergen T Steinmetz May 10, 2022

London Heathrow faces a new harsh reality - 5 million passengers traveled through Heathrow in April, with outbound leisure travelers and Brits cashing in airline travel vouchers driving the…

American Airlines and British Airways to unveil joint operations at JFK’s Terminal 8

Megha Paul Feb 4, 2022

American Airlines and British Airways announced more details regarding plans to co-locate operations at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s (JFK) Terminal 8 beginning December 1, 2022

Tennis superstar Emma Raducanu becomes global brand ambassador of British Airways

Megha Paul Dec 24, 2021

British Airways has named tennis superstar, Emma Raducanu, as its latest global brand ambassador

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Ladies and gentlemen, British Airways says no more

Joe Cusmano Oct 11, 2021

After becoming the latest airline to remove the term "ladies and gentlemen" from all onboard announcements, British Airways has been accused of trying to appease the woke brigade.

BA Better World: British Airways unveils new sustainability programme

Megha Paul Sep 10, 2021

British Airways has launched BA Better World, its new sustainability programme as it marks a further commitment to put sustainability at the heart of its business

British Airways welcomes home final Paralympicsgb athletes

Megha Paul Sep 7, 2021

British Airways has welcomed home the final athletes from ParalympicsGB after their triumph at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic games

Jetstar brings back transit with Air France, KLM and British Airways at Changi Airport

Megha Paul Aug 23, 2021

Jetstar Asia has welcomed back Air France, KLM and British Airways to its international carrier partnerships

Keep calm and play on! British Airways carries final team GB athletes home

Megha Paul Aug 10, 2021

Over the last two weeks British Airways was proudly flying Team GB home from the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, with the final flight carrying Olympians due that landed on 9 August

British Airways’ flagship US lounge reopens doors

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2021

British Airways’ flagship US lounge at JFK’s Terminal 7 has reopened its doors on, following a 16-month closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic

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British Airways facing crew shortage due to rising infection rate

Joe Cusmano Jul 21, 2021

British Airways is facing a cabin crew shortage as the airline adds more flights to reopened holiday destinations just as increasing numbers of crew are being ordered to self-isolate.

British Airways trials ‘world first’ 25 second Covid-19 test

Megha Paul May 17, 2021

British Airways is the first airline in the world to conduct a trial with medical tech company Canary Global, to assess how its test, which displays a result within 25 seconds, can play a…

British Airways’ CEO calls for urgent introduction of testing to get people flying again

Megha Paul Oct 20, 2020

In his first public appearance since being named British Airways’ new CEO last week, Sean Doyle gave the keynote address at Airlines 2050: Beyond the Crisis

British Airways CEO Alex Cruz has stepped down with immediate effect

Chris Head Oct 12, 2020

BRITISH AIRWAYS CEO Alex Cruz has stepped down with immediate effect. He will be replaced by Sean Doyle, the boss of Aer Lingus, but will remain on the airline's board as non-executive…

End of an era: British Airways retires its final Boeing 747

Megha Paul Oct 9, 2020

British Airways’ remaining two Boeing 747 aircraft based at Heathrow taxied for take off for the last time on 8 October

British Airways’ ‘Flying with Confidence’ course goes digital for the first time

Megha Paul Sep 24, 2020

British Airways is bringing its renowned Flying with Confidence course to the comfort of customers’ homes for the first time this October. More than 50,000 people have taken part in the…

British Airways unveils annual September sale

Megha Paul Aug 28, 2020

British Airways has launched its annual September Sale with deals to over 150 destinations across its global network

How British Airways bid farewell to first of its last 747 jumbo jets

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2020

British Airways has now retired its first Boeing 747 since announcing last month that all 31 of its jumbo jets had sadly flown their last commercial services

British Airways adds extra flights a week from China

Megha Paul Apr 28, 2020

British Airways is increasing the number of cargo-only flights from China to the UK to 21 a week, up from 13 last week, as demand continues to rise. From May, 14 flights each week…

BA to ship 770 tonnes of cargo for the NHS including PPE

Alastair Newport Apr 27, 2020

British Airways is increasing the number of cargo-only flights from China to the UK to 21 a week, up from 13 last week, as demand continues to rise. From May, 14 flights each week will…

British Airways flies vital medical supplies to Britain

Megha Paul Apr 13, 2020

A British Airways aircraft loaded with vital medical supplies from China came back to London Heathrow. The Boeing 777 was loaded with ventilators as well as personal protective equipment…

British Airways extends revolving credit facility

Megha Paul Apr 1, 2020

British Airways has extended its US dollar secured revolving credit facility for one year. The move, confirmed by International Airlines Group (IAG), will take effect from 23 June.…

British Airways achieves Guinness World Records title for Sport Relief

Megha Paul Mar 9, 2020

British Airways’ week of Sport Relief fundraising events took off by achieving a Guinness World Records title for the ‘Heaviest aircraft pulled over 100 metres’ by a team (mixed), made…

UK visitors to Costa Rica 6% up in 2019

Megha Paul Mar 6, 2020

The latest figures from the Costa Rica Tourism Board (ICT) show that 78,562 visitors from the UK travelled to Costa Rica in 2019 – representing an increase of 5.7% on the previous year.…

British Airways offers up to double Avios on e-store purchases

Megha Paul Feb 20, 2020

British Airways Executive Club members could be even closer to unlocking exciting travel rewards by earning up to double Avios this month when shopping at selected retailers, including…

British Airways unveils Newquay route for summer 2020

Megha Paul Feb 13, 2020

British Airways is launching a summer route between London Heathrow and Newquay, creating the only direct route to Heathrow. This adds to the new routes the airline has already…

Hello new-age bartender! British Airways’ lounges trial AI-powered cocktail maker

Megha Paul Feb 4, 2020

British Airways is exclusively trialling an automated cocktail maker in its San Francisco and Newark lounges. Cocktails are dispensed in under 45 seconds, adding a new dimension to the…

Trip.com Group collaborates with British Airways and Iberia on NDC standard

Megha Paul Jan 17, 2020

Chinese provider of travel services, Trip.com Group, has strengthened its partnership with British Airways and Iberia by connecting to the New Distribution Capability (NDC). The NDC…

British Airways’ UK offsetting scheme takes off

Megha Paul Jan 2, 2020

From 1 January 2020, British Airways has begun offsetting carbon emissions on all its flights within the UK, as part of the airline’s commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by…

Flight to success: British Airways’ 20 resolutions for 2020

Megha Paul Jan 1, 2020

After celebrating its momentous centenary year in 2019, British Airways is now looking to 2020, with 20 New Year resolutions that are every bit as exciting as the achievements of 2019.…

10,000 mile magic: British Airways takes family on journey of a lifetime

Megha Paul Dec 25, 2019

As its centenary year draws to a close, British Airways has waved its magic wand for the 100th time to take a very deserving customer on the trip of a lifetime to Australia to surprise…

British Airways joins ‘It’s Everyone’s Journey’ campaign

Megha Paul Oct 31, 2019

British Airways is the first airline to partner with the Department for Transport on a new government-backed initiative to make transport more inclusive and help people with disabilities…

BA becomes first international airline to serve new Beijing Daxing

Megha Paul Oct 29, 2019

British Airways (BA) became the first international carrier to operate into state-of-the-art Beijing Daxing airport which covers 18 square miles of land since it opened last month. The…

British Airways helps children fly high

Megha Paul Oct 23, 2019

British Airways has announced that it will fund flying lessons for 200 students across the UK during 2020 to inspire them to reach for the skies. It follows a trial of the programme this…

British Airways to offset emissions on all UK domestic flights

Megha Paul Oct 11, 2019

From January, British Airways will become the first UK airline to offset carbon emissions on all its flights within the UK. All customers flying within the UK next year on flights…

Paws to manual and cross check

Megha Paul Oct 9, 2019

British Airways stepped in to fly a special four-legged friend to the UK to receive an ‘Animal OBE’. When the airline heard that ex-US Secret Service dog, Hurricane, had been awarded a…

Touch down in Toronto: British Airways’ new A350 arrives

Megha Paul Oct 3, 2019

British Airways commenced the first North American long-haul service of its new A350 aircraft from Toronto, following extensive trials and the launch of its first long-haul service to…

Could you be British Airways’ next high flyer? Applications open for graduate scheme in UK

Megha Paul Sep 24, 2019

British Airways is on the lookout for ambitious and adventurous graduates to help implement its unprecedented GBP 6.5 billion (USD 8.08 billion) transformation programme. The airline is…

British Airways launches dedicated team for fliers with accessibility needs

Megha Paul Sep 17, 2019

In the latest phase of its GBP 6.5 billion (USD 8.08 billion) investment for customers, British Airways has launched a dedicated customer care team for travellers who require additional…

British Airways to fly two more direct flights to St Lucia

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2019

British Airways (BA) has announced the introduction of two additional direct flights per week to the Eastern Caribbean island nation Saint Lucia. Next summer, the flights will commence…

British Airways attempts to turn waste into jet fuel

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

British Airways is one step closer to powering its future fleet with sustainable jet fuel made from rubbish as plans have been submitted to develop Europe’s first household and…

Beat the weather offer: British Airways showers discounts

Megha Paul Aug 20, 2019

With the children heading back to school shortly and the UK braced for cooler, wetter weather, British Airways is offering 50,000 short-haul seats at GBP 50 (USD 60.69) each-way for…

British Airways’ remote-control pushback vehicles reach record 100,000 departures

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2019

British Airways celebrated its 100,000th aircraft pushback using the airline’s fully-electric, remote-controlled Mototok devices, which have been used to swiftly manoeuvre the airline’s…

The future of flying: Ultra-convenience, home comforts and immersive technology

Megha Paul Jul 31, 2019

Hyper-personalisation, immersive virtual realities, 3D printed health solutions, modular aircraft connected to city infrastructure, hypersonic flying and the rise of super-slow flight…

British Airways’ first A350 touches down at Heathrow

Megha Paul Jul 30, 2019

British Airways’ first Airbus 350, registration G-XWBA, touched down at London Heathrow featuring the airline’s newest generation business class seat, Club Suite. The airline will take…

British Airways and The Red Arrows meet again

Megha Paul Jul 23, 2019

Spectators at the world’s largest military air show were delighted at a fly-past by a specially decorated British Airways jumbo jet and The Red Arrows. Flight BA100 lead the display…

British Airways offers USD 1.24 return flight fares

Megha Paul Jul 17, 2019

British Airways Executive Club Members can now book a reward flight using Avios and pay as little as GBP 1 (USD 1.24) return. With the new trial, the new Avios pricing options can be…

The Red Arrows swap their hawk for a jumbo

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2019

The Red Arrows will join forces with a specially decorated British Airways 747 at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) on 20 July. The special Boeing 747 has been painted in the…

Compare airline check-in options this summer

Megha Paul Jul 9, 2019

For savvy travellers keen to speed through check-in ahead of their trip this summer, the airport parking operator and retailer Airport Parking & Hotels has compared the various…

British Airways to add more flights on Mumbai-London Heathrow route

Megha Paul Jul 8, 2019

British Airways is set to add four additional frequencies on the Mumbai-London Heathrow route from March 2020 to its existing double daily schedule. This will increase the weekly flights…

British Airways flight, Bravo Alpha Pappa, takes off to celebrate Father’s Day

Megha Paul Jun 17, 2019

To celebrate Father’s Day, British Airways surprised some of its fathers and their sons and daughters by offering them the chance to work together on a special long-haul flight. The…

The future of air travel lies in Artificial Intelligence

Megha Paul Jun 14, 2019

With one of its 300 aircraft taking off from somewhere in the world every 90 seconds, British Airways runs a hugely complex global operation, 24-hours a day. Alex Cruz, chairman and…

“The airport of the future”: British Airways uses biometric tech to board flights

Tian Tolentino Apr 29, 2019

The future of airport travel is happening now with more than 250,000 British Airways passengers using biometric tech on international flights from the US.

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British Airways ‘singing pilot’ returns home to Manchester

Tian Tolentino Apr 19, 2019

British Airways' singing pilot returns home to Manchester in May to help more people overcome their fear of flying.

Aviation round up: Munich Airport gets radical with gnarly competition

Alastair Newport Apr 11, 2019

This this week’s collection of aviation round up is mixed bag of new routes and announcements but, for the first time ever, it also features skateboarding…rad!

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British Airways unveils third ‘retrojet’ to celebrate 100 years

Tian Tolentino Mar 11, 2019

British Airways has welcomed the arrival of the third in its series of four heritage liveries – a Boeing 747 painted in the Landor design.

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British Airways to invest GBP 250m for ‘new home’ at JFK

Tian Tolentino Feb 8, 2019

British Airways has announced it is moving to a new location in Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy airport.

BA unveils new lounge for the transatlantic jet-set

Alastair Newport Oct 12, 2018

British Airways has announced the opening of its new luxury lounge at New York’s JFK Terminal 7 this week, available to gold cardholders and first class passengers crossing the Atlantic.

India’s Vistara partners with British Airways

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Sep 10, 2018

British Airways and Indian domestic carrier, Vistara, announced a new partnership that will open up more routes between London and India.

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Infographic: The world’s most family-friendly airlines

Tian Tolentino Aug 15, 2018

New research from toy manufacturer, Play Like Mum, has revealed the most family-friendly airlines from around the world.

BA hails Holiday Taxis Group to extend passenger transfer contract

Alastair Newport Jul 17, 2018

British Airways subsidiary and vacation specialists, British Airways Holidays, and the Holiday Taxis Group has have announced that customers will now be able to book airport transfers from…

Direct flights from Durban to London to debut on 29 October

Kristin Mariano May 11, 2018

Great news for British passengers heading to Durban in South Africa as British Airways announced that it will offer a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International…

Mauritius celebrates 50th anniversary with free trips for UK travel agents

Tian Tolentino May 3, 2018

The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) in partnership with Premier Holidays and British Airways, is giving UK travel agents the opportunity to win a six-night trip to the paradise…

Cathay charges up distribution capabilities with Skyscanner deal

Alastair Newport Apr 23, 2018

Skyscanner has linked up with Cathay Pacific and its subsidiary, Cathay Dragon, to make them the first Hong Kong airlines to be able to sell tickets directly within the site.

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BA to welcome 25th Dreamliner

Jill Sayles Sep 26, 2017

British Airways will welcome delivery of its 25th Dreamliner into its fleet this Friday. The Boeing 787-8 aircraft will be making its maiden voyage to the airline’s Heathrow home…

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British Airways to operate direct flights to the Seychelles

Jill Sayles Sep 20, 2017

From March 24 next year, customers will be able to fly direct from Heathrow Terminal 5 to the Seychelles with British Airways. The flights will be twice-a-week from March to October…

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British Airways’ Caribbean operations back to normal

Jill Sayles Sep 14, 2017

A British Airways Boeing 777 took off for Turks and Caicos on September 14 for the first time since the island was struck by Hurricane Irma. The airline has now resumed all its flights…

British Airways launches premium transfer drive service at Heathrow

Jill Sayles Aug 31, 2017

British Airways is introducing a new service called Premium Transfer Drive at Heathrow to help customers who are at risk of missing their connection are able to catch their onward flight.…

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BA adds a new route to Tenerife

Jill Sayles Jul 5, 2017

British Airways has added extra flights from Heathrow and Gatwick to its schedules including a new route from Heathrow to Tenerife. The first flight is on October 21 and return fares…

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BA launches two winter ski routes

Jill Sayles Jun 21, 2017

British Airways is launching two ski routes for winter and more flights available from Heathrow for under £40. The new Heathrow flights to Grenoble, ideally located for access to some of…

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Statement from British Airways

Jill Sayles May 30, 2017

British Airways has provided the following statement today: Our IT systems are back up and running and our operation continues to run as planned today with a full flight schedule at…

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British Airways offers new London route to Murcia

Jill Sayles Apr 28, 2017

British Airways has started to operate a twice-weekly summer service from Heathrow into Murcia-San Javier airport, offering easy access to one of the fastest-growing tourist regions in…

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BA reveals major investment programme

Gemma Greenwood Apr 7, 2017

British Airways has launched its investment plans for customers, focusing on excellence in the premium cabins and more choice and quality for passengers. The investments include £400m in…

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BA boosts flights to Mauritius

Gemma Greenwood Apr 4, 2017

The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) and British Airways have today announced an increase in direct flights from the UK to the popular Indian Ocean destination. British…

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Airlines ‘ripping off’ passengers travelling with infants: research

Aaron Greenwood Mar 16, 2017

Most travellers would imagine that they would only have to pay a small fee, if anything at all, to carry an infant (under 2) on their lap during a flight. But research conducted for a new…

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BA launches premium sale

Aaron Greenwood Mar 13, 2017

British Airways is offering customers the chance to ‘turn left for less’ with the launch of its luxury sale this week. The special offers which are available until midnight on March…

Travel 2 launches DSLR camera giveaway

Aaron Greenwood Mar 2, 2017

Travel 2 is giving agents the chance to win one of two DSLR cameras worth £500 each with its latest campaign – ‘Unlock the Secrets of the Caribbean’. The tour operator has teamed up with…

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BA to add British wine to First Class menu

Aaron Greenwood Feb 28, 2017

British Airways is set to add an English sparkling wine to their first class menu this month. The airline will be listing Bolney Wine Estate’s Vintage Blanc de Blancs from the West Sussex…

BA plans new summer routes from Dublin and Edinburgh

Aaron Greenwood Feb 19, 2017

British Airways is to launch new weekly summer sun flights to the Balearic Islands from Dublin and Edinburgh in time for the summer holiday period. From May, the airline will begin…

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BA plans new Milan routes from two UK airports

Aaron Greenwood Feb 16, 2017

British Airways will launch new year-round services to Milan, Italy from two London airports in April. The new routes to Milan’s Linate Airport will start from London City Airport on…

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BA plans return to Birmingham and Bristol airports

Gemma Greenwood Feb 13, 2017

British Airways is to start flying from Birmingham and Bristol airports again with the launch of four new summer-only routes to popular European sunspots. From May the airline will begin…

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APH survey compares relative value of low-priced economy airfares

Gemma Greenwood Feb 6, 2017

Long-haul airlines are starting to compete against the low-cost carriers by introducing ‘Basic Economy’ fares, however, even though these tickets may offer a lower price, some also impose…

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Avios teams with BA for Madrid VR campaign

Aaron Greenwood Feb 6, 2017

Avios and British Airways are launching a new virtual reality campaign to encourage people to collect Avios when booking flights to Madrid with British Airways. The campaign features a…

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BA ramps up capacity at London City Airport

Gemma Greenwood Feb 2, 2017

British Airways is offering almost two million seats from London City Airport this summer and launching a new three-times-a-week service to Skiathos. It is the third Greek Island…

BA ramps up China in-flight services

Aaron Greenwood Jan 23, 2017

British Airways has made a number of changes to the service customers will receive on flights to and from China and Hong Kong. New dark blue slippers will be introduced in Club World…

Most complained-about airlines, airports revealed

Gemma Greenwood Jan 13, 2017

Flight compensation company, EUclaim, has today released internal data revealing which airlines and airports they received the most complaints about in 2016. The data reveals that…

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BA’s move to scrap inflight meals ‘a health blessing’

Gemma Greenwood Jan 13, 2017

Andrew Shelton, managing director of Cheapflights, has weighed into the debate surrounding British Airways’ move to scrap inflight meals on short-haul flights. “Whilst we can understand…