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British Airways sues airport handlers for $1.2 million after almost 20 pounds of gold jewelry was stolen

British Airways is suing for $1.2 million after gold jewelry was stolen by ground handling employees at O'Hare Airport.

All the brand-new routes launching from London Stansted in 2025

Stansted Airport is planning a £1bn expansion with numerous new flight routes set to launch, enhancing travel options for passengers.
#loyalty-program

What the changes to BA's loyalty programme mean for you - and other loyalty programmes we love

British Airways has significantly increased the tier points required for loyalty levels, resulting in customer backlash over perceived prioritization of business travelers.

British Airways Overhauls Loyalty Program and How Reward Points are Earned

British Airways is transitioning to a revenue-based loyalty program on April 1, prioritizing points based on flight costs and customer feedback.

British Airways' new loyalty program will make it harder for leisure travelers to earn status, and people aren't happy

British Airways' loyalty program now rewards spending instead of miles flown.
Earning new Tier Points will be based on customer spending, starting April 2025.
The new structure may disadvantage leisure travelers in terms of status access.

British Airways' Latest Sale Has Roundtrip Flights to Europe Starting at Less than $600 - How to Book

British Airways is offering new discounted fares for roundtrip flights to Europe, valid through May, with prices starting under $600.

What the changes to BA's loyalty programme mean for you - and other loyalty programmes we love

British Airways has significantly increased the tier points required for loyalty levels, resulting in customer backlash over perceived prioritization of business travelers.

British Airways Overhauls Loyalty Program and How Reward Points are Earned

British Airways is transitioning to a revenue-based loyalty program on April 1, prioritizing points based on flight costs and customer feedback.

British Airways' new loyalty program will make it harder for leisure travelers to earn status, and people aren't happy

British Airways' loyalty program now rewards spending instead of miles flown.
Earning new Tier Points will be based on customer spending, starting April 2025.
The new structure may disadvantage leisure travelers in terms of status access.

British Airways' Latest Sale Has Roundtrip Flights to Europe Starting at Less than $600 - How to Book

British Airways is offering new discounted fares for roundtrip flights to Europe, valid through May, with prices starting under $600.
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British Airways turns the hidden beauty of flight paths into a clever new logo design

British Airways has revamped its loyalty program branding to offer a cleaner, more modern visual identity.
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British Airways is cancelling all flights to New York from a major London airport until 2025

British Airways has suspended Gatwick to New York flights due to supply chain issues, impacting holiday travel plans for many passengers.

British Airways is canceling flights on this major route from NYC to London

British Airways is temporarily halting many long haul flights due to delays in aircraft parts deliveries, affecting approximately 200,000 passengers.

Heathrow Airport issues Christmas travel warning with dozens of flights cancelled - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Heathrow Airport has canceled flights due to severe weather, ensuring passenger safety and providing compensation options.

British Airways is cancelling all flights from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi

British Airways has canceled multiple flights due to delayed engine supply, affecting travelers with rerouting inconvenience until October 2024.

British Airways scraps long-haul flights amid Rolls Royce engines parts shortage

British Airways is facing significant operational disruptions due to a shortage of engine parts, affecting numerous long-haul flights.

British Airways cancel flights as Storm Lilian brings 80mph winds to the UK

British Airways cancelled and delayed flights due to Storm Lilian's severe weather conditions affecting operations at Heathrow Airport.

British Airways is cancelling all flights to New York from a major London airport until 2025

British Airways has suspended Gatwick to New York flights due to supply chain issues, impacting holiday travel plans for many passengers.

British Airways is canceling flights on this major route from NYC to London

British Airways is temporarily halting many long haul flights due to delays in aircraft parts deliveries, affecting approximately 200,000 passengers.

Heathrow Airport issues Christmas travel warning with dozens of flights cancelled - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Heathrow Airport has canceled flights due to severe weather, ensuring passenger safety and providing compensation options.

British Airways is cancelling all flights from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi

British Airways has canceled multiple flights due to delayed engine supply, affecting travelers with rerouting inconvenience until October 2024.

British Airways scraps long-haul flights amid Rolls Royce engines parts shortage

British Airways is facing significant operational disruptions due to a shortage of engine parts, affecting numerous long-haul flights.

British Airways cancel flights as Storm Lilian brings 80mph winds to the UK

British Airways cancelled and delayed flights due to Storm Lilian's severe weather conditions affecting operations at Heathrow Airport.
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Man held hostage in Kuwait in 1990 says BA staff's homophobia made ordeal worse

British Airways staff exhibited homophobic attitudes during hostage crisis, worsening the ordeal for a passenger with a partner suffering from AIDS.
#heathrow-airport

Luggage chaos at Europe's busiest airport grew so bad that some airline crews were reportedly told not to check bags

British Airways is facing baggage disruptions due to a fault in the baggage system at London Heathrow.

British Airways plane missed illegally flown drones by just 50ft as it approached Heathrow

A British Airways flight nearly collided with drones illegally flying at dangerous altitudes, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in aviation.

Man accused of flying to New York from Heathrow without ticket arrested by police

A man has been arrested for flying from Heathrow to New York without a passport or boarding pass.
The man was initially arrested on Christmas Day after returning to London from New York.

Luggage chaos at Europe's busiest airport grew so bad that some airline crews were reportedly told not to check bags

British Airways is facing baggage disruptions due to a fault in the baggage system at London Heathrow.

British Airways plane missed illegally flown drones by just 50ft as it approached Heathrow

A British Airways flight nearly collided with drones illegally flying at dangerous altitudes, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in aviation.

Man accused of flying to New York from Heathrow without ticket arrested by police

A man has been arrested for flying from Heathrow to New York without a passport or boarding pass.
The man was initially arrested on Christmas Day after returning to London from New York.
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#luxury-travel

British Airways Has Just Unveiled Some Seriously Sleek First Class Seats

British Airways introduces a luxurious new first class with enhanced comfort, benefits, and a focus on customer experience.

British Airways just unveiled a new first-class cabin coming to the Airbus A380. See inside the luxury modern suite.

British Airways is launching a new first-class cabin with a focus on modern design and advanced features for its Airbus A380, debuting in 2026.

This airline's newly unveiled first-class seats might be the sleekest in the sky to date

British Airways enhances First class with luxury features and exceptional customer service, aiming for an extraordinary flying experience.

See Inside the New British Airways First Class Seat Debuting in 2026

British Airways is enhancing luxury travel with new first class suites featuring expansive space and custom amenities, set to debut in mid-2026.

British Airways Has Just Unveiled Some Seriously Sleek First Class Seats

British Airways introduces a luxurious new first class with enhanced comfort, benefits, and a focus on customer experience.

British Airways just unveiled a new first-class cabin coming to the Airbus A380. See inside the luxury modern suite.

British Airways is launching a new first-class cabin with a focus on modern design and advanced features for its Airbus A380, debuting in 2026.

This airline's newly unveiled first-class seats might be the sleekest in the sky to date

British Airways enhances First class with luxury features and exceptional customer service, aiming for an extraordinary flying experience.

See Inside the New British Airways First Class Seat Debuting in 2026

British Airways is enhancing luxury travel with new first class suites featuring expansive space and custom amenities, set to debut in mid-2026.
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Save on Trips to London, Madrid, and More with British Airways' Black Friday Sale - When to Book By

British Airways is offering fall sale flights starting at $404 roundtrip, making travel to the UK and Europe more accessible during the holiday season.
#passenger-experience

British Airways flights in chaos as another IT failure strikes

British Airways faces significant operational disruptions due to a major IT failure, affecting tens of thousands of passengers.

British Airways' outdoor ads capture passenger's faces at 35,000ft

The campaign by British Airways captures passengers' faces during flights.
11 prints placed at 324 OOH locations in the UK highlight the diverse faces of BA passengers.

British Airways flights in chaos as another IT failure strikes

British Airways faces significant operational disruptions due to a major IT failure, affecting tens of thousands of passengers.

British Airways' outdoor ads capture passenger's faces at 35,000ft

The campaign by British Airways captures passengers' faces during flights.
11 prints placed at 324 OOH locations in the UK highlight the diverse faces of BA passengers.
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Profits jump at British Airways' owner as rivals struggle with Boeing delivery delays

IAG reported a 15% profit increase, attributed to strong demand and effective strategies, outperforming peers amid industry challenges.
#air-travel

I went on British Airways' Airbus A320 planes before and after a major transformation. See how the old and new compare.

British Airways is investing $9 billion to upgrade its short-haul cabins to enhance passenger experience and improve its reputation.

Passengers endured a 9-hour flight to nowhere after a Boeing 777 developed a problem over the Atlantic

A British Airways flight to Costa Rica turned around due to a minor technical issue, resulting in a longer-than-expected journey back to London.

I flew on a British Airways A380 in economy and premium economy. Upgrading isn't really worth it.

Premium economy on British Airways may not justify the price difference over economy, particularly on spacious aircraft like the Airbus A380.

I went on British Airways' Airbus A320 planes before and after a major transformation. See how the old and new compare.

British Airways is investing $9 billion to upgrade its short-haul cabins to enhance passenger experience and improve its reputation.

Passengers endured a 9-hour flight to nowhere after a Boeing 777 developed a problem over the Atlantic

A British Airways flight to Costa Rica turned around due to a minor technical issue, resulting in a longer-than-expected journey back to London.

I flew on a British Airways A380 in economy and premium economy. Upgrading isn't really worth it.

Premium economy on British Airways may not justify the price difference over economy, particularly on spacious aircraft like the Airbus A380.
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Two women removed from BA flight after altercation over Maga cap'

A flight was delayed due to a confrontation over a MAGA hat, illustrating heightened tensions among passengers leading up to the US presidential election.
#travel

Miami, Las Vegas, D.C., and Austin Are Getting More Flights to London - What to Know

British Airways is expanding its North America to London flights significantly in summer 2025.

This Major Airline Is Suspending Flights Between London's Gatwick and New York

British Airways suspends JFK-Gatwick flights due to delays from Rolls-Royce, but expects record summer travel in 2025.

Miami, Las Vegas, D.C., and Austin Are Getting More Flights to London - What to Know

British Airways is expanding its North America to London flights significantly in summer 2025.

This Major Airline Is Suspending Flights Between London's Gatwick and New York

British Airways suspends JFK-Gatwick flights due to delays from Rolls-Royce, but expects record summer travel in 2025.
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BA left my 14-year-old daughter alone and stranded at an airport in France

British Airways failed to ensure the safety and proper assistance for a 14-year-old traveling alone, leading to distressing consequences.

This Major U.S. Airport Is Getting a Brand-new Lounge - What to Know

British Airways will open a new lounge at Miami International Airport in 2025 for premium passengers.

British Airways flight to Budapest forced to return to Heathrow

BA866 flight declared an emergency and returned to Heathrow shortly after departure.
#travel-experience

I spent $5,700 to fly in British Airways' business-class suites. I've never had so much privacy on a plane before.

British Airways' Club Suite offers excellent privacy, direct aisle access, and superior in-flight service, making it a worthwhile investment for travelers.

I flew the UK's 2 major airlines across the Atlantic. Small touches and better food gave Virgin an edge.

Both British Airways and Virgin Atlantic offer comparable long-haul experiences with similar amenities, though the author prefers Virgin for specific advantages.

I spent $5,700 to fly in British Airways' business-class suites. I've never had so much privacy on a plane before.

British Airways' Club Suite offers excellent privacy, direct aisle access, and superior in-flight service, making it a worthwhile investment for travelers.

I flew the UK's 2 major airlines across the Atlantic. Small touches and better food gave Virgin an edge.

Both British Airways and Virgin Atlantic offer comparable long-haul experiences with similar amenities, though the author prefers Virgin for specific advantages.
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Travel Troubleshooter: Expedia offers credit for British Airways, but the airline denies it

Expedia should honor the ticket credit regardless of British Airways' no-show claim.

This British Airways Sale Has Discounted Flights to London, Venice, Milan, and More - When to Book

British Airways is offering significant discounts on flights and vacation packages this fall, with roundtrip fares starting at under $500.

Three-room "suites in the sky" and unlimited flight memberships: these are the top air travel trends to know about

Wizz Air's 'All You Can Fly' membership offers unparalleled last-minute flight flexibility for digital nomads and spontaneous travellers.

BA to axe direct flights from London Heathrow to Beijing

British Airways axing direct London-Beijing flights due to increased costs and time, following airspace issues post-Ukraine war.

Just Stop Oil protester who scaled M25 gantry sparking Heathrow disruption says she'd do it again

Protester Cressida Gethin disrupted British Airways services affecting thousands, expressing willingness to repeat the action despite mixed feelings and potential repercussions.

Former BA employee ran 3m immigration scam from Heathrow check-in desk'

Former BA employee ran 3 million immigration scam by charging 25,000 per person to bypass visa requirements for passengers headed to Canada.
Customers were primarily Indian citizens and UK asylum claimants who were at risk of deportation; suspicions arose from passengers arriving in Canada without proper visas.

British Airways killer's chilling 999 call after bludgeoning wife at home

British Airways pilot made chilling 999 call after killing his wife in 2010
Robert Brown admitted manslaughter on diminished responsibility grounds

British Airways shakes up Executive Club loyalty years how will it affect members?

British Airways is changing its Executive Club loyalty scheme by switching all customers to a fixed membership year from 2025.
The change will align the collection year for tier points, which determine status, to run from April 1 to March 31 each year.

BA cabin crew member's 'heart stopped for eight minutes' in horrific lorry crash

Lauren, a British Airways cabin crew member, was involved in a devastating car crash in London.
London's Air Ambulance Charity dispatched a trauma team to provide immediate medical assistance.

An Airbus A380 flying to London turned back when the powerful scent of laundry detergent made people feel sick and dizzy

A British Airways A380 made an emergency landing in Boston after an overpowering smell of laundry detergent filled the plane.
#technical-issue

British Airways passengers endure nine-hour 'flight to nowhere' as plane forced to return to Heathrow

British Airways flight had to turn back to London due to a minor technical issue, resulting in a 7,779km flight to nowhere.

London flight diverted to Logan after smoke reported in cabin

Passenger safely redirected due to a technical issue on British Airways flight.

British Airways passengers endure nine-hour 'flight to nowhere' as plane forced to return to Heathrow

British Airways flight had to turn back to London due to a minor technical issue, resulting in a 7,779km flight to nowhere.

London flight diverted to Logan after smoke reported in cabin

Passenger safely redirected due to a technical issue on British Airways flight.
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