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BA is roaring to go with British and Irish Lions Tour

British Airways will be the official airline of the British & Irish Lions Tour to South Africa in 2009. The partnership will see British Airways fly the squad and coaching staff to South Africa and provide domestic flights within the country through its branded franchise carrier, Comair.

British Airways announces better punctuality performance

British Airways has recorded its best global punctuality performance for seven years as Terminal 5 continues to improve customer service levels. Almost 87 per cent of shorthaul flights across the British Airways network departed on time in November.

BA confirms merger talks with Qantas

In response to recent media speculation, British Airways Plc has confirmed that it is exploring a potential merger with Qantas Airways Limited via a dual-listed company structure.

Miles more savings with half-price flights from BA

British Airways launched its biggest ever BA Miles sale, offering flights for half the usual BA Miles in any cabin to any destination worldwide. For one week only, British Airways Executive Club members can take advantage of exceptional flight offers, starting at 4,500 miles (usually 9,000) to many European destinations.

British Airways to resume Saudi flights

British Airways will resume flights to Jeddah and Riyadh in Saudi Arabia from March 29, 2009. The airline will fly five times each week from Heathrow Terminal 5 to both Jeddah and Riyadh. Flights to Riyadh will operate on a Boeing 777 and Jeddah flights will be on a Boeing 767.

ASA upholds BA complaint over easyJet ad

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has upheld a complaint from BA that an easyJet regional press ad claiming its fares were up to 65 per cent cheaper than BA was misleading.

British Airways launches remote check-in service

British Airways has launched a remote check-in service, allowing travellers 'on the go' to check-in for flights wherever they may be, via their mobile handsets. The service is quick, free and available in 11 languages - without any need to download accompanying software.

British Airways tells travellers to get to know 'ESTA'

British Airways' customers planning to visit the United States under the visa waiver scheme must ensure they comply with new US Customs regulations in advance of their travel.

BA’s London City customers to breeze through JFK

Customers on British Airways' new business-class service from London City to New York will be able to clear customs and immigration at Shannon Airport before arriving in the US. The west Ireland airport is the first European airport to be granted pre-clearance facilities for transatlantic services to the US.

BA on demand

British Airways has agreed a multi million pound deal for the new Thales TopSeries In Flight Entertainment system to be installed on its new delivery aircraft and next generation aircraft.

BA announces more comfort in Club Europe

British Airways is giving customers more comfort and privacy in its Club Europe cabin from February 23, 2009 by removing the use of the middle seat. This new configuration will offer those customers booked in the airline's shorthaul business class cabin a guaranteed window or aisle seat, with the middle seat free. It will provide them with greater privacy and enhance their ability to work and rest onboard.

BA celebrate historic St. Kitts service

The upcoming start of the new British Airways scheduled service to St. Kitts was celebrated at the 2008 World Travel Market at a champagne reception hosted by the St. Kitts Tourism Authority. Key members of the press and travel industry were entertained by Manchester-based St. Kitts & Nevis Masqueraders and Clowns.

British Airways moves Dubai flights into T5

British Airways moves Dubai flights into T5

British Airways – the UK’s flagship carrier which operates 56 weekly services from the GCC to London Heathrow – has completed the move of all Middle East flights into Terminal 5, its dedicated £4.3billion home at London Heathrow.

BA underlines commitment to the Caribbean

Paradise just got closer with British Airways starting flights to the unspoilt Caribbean islands of St Kitts and Nevis this winter. Weekly flights on Saturdays from Gatwick to St Kitts start on January 10, 2009.

Upgrade before you fly

British Airways passengers looking for luxury ‘before they fly’ can now buy upgrades on European flights and longhaul flights from Heathrow. From just £100 one-way customers can now upgrade to the business class Club Europe cabin and from just £180 to the World Traveller Plus cabin on longhaul flights.