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British Airways requires passengers to wear face masks at all times, both in the airport and onboard flights. The airline states on its website that “as a guide one mask lasts four hours so please bring enough for your journey”. Read more ….

British Airways has partnered with the creators of hygiene brand Dettol as part of its “ongoing commitment to keep staff and customers safe”. The airline is collaborating with Reckitt Benckiser, the makers of Dettol, to provide a range of its cleaning products to customers from March 2021. The updated cleaning protocols are supported by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. The Dettol products will be used both in the air and on the ground. At Heathrow Terminal 5, for instance, there will be hand sanitiser stations positioned at…

British Airways has teamed up with luxury suitcase brand Globe-Trotter for a limited edition range of luggage. The handmade carry-on suitcases celebrate the retirement of the Boeing 747 from BA’s fleet and the end of the “jumbo jet” era. The cases are delightfully retro. Here is an official description: “The suitcases are made from high gloss vulcanised fibreboard with a metallic sheen for a pearlescent white shimmer, which is complemented by Navy leather trim on the corners and handles. The hand-painted ‘Gold Speedbird’ insignia adorns the exterior, while the 747…

Today, Chase and British Airways announced a new transfer 30% transfer bonus. You will get a 30% bonus on all transfers processed by 11:59 pm ET on Dec. 9, 2020. This transfer bonus applies to transfers to AerLingus AerClub, British Airways Executive Club and Iberia Plus. All three of these programs participate in the Avios program. This isn’t a targeted offer, so all Chase cardholders with an eligible Chase Ultimate Rewards earning credit card can take advantage of the offer. You can transfer points to Avios in increments of 1,000…

For a couple of years, British Airways has been beavering away, adding WiFi capabilities to its aircraft. However, around a year ago, only 30% of the airline’s short-haul fleet had the technology installed compared to 64% of the long-haul fleet. How does that stack up a year later? WiFi is slowly becoming a must-have accessory for full-service carriers, in addition to some low-cost carriers. Indeed, in a 2018 survey by Inmarsat, 67% of passengers said that they were more likely to rebook if an airline offered WiFi. Yesterday British Airways…

British Airways is gearing up for a return to long-haul service. During the coronavirus lockdown, the carrier had mostly halted passenger flights, opting to operate necessary flights. However, as of July, the carrier appears to plan to pick service back up in a big way. In the first-quarter earnings call of International Airlines Group (IAG), the company that owns British Airways, CEO Willie Walsh said that the airline planned to make a “meaningful return to service” from July. Based on route information collected by RoutesOnline, the carrier appears to resume…

British Airways (BA) has grounded the majority of its fleet due to the coronavirus pandemic. All BA flights from Gatwick and London City Airport have been suspended while Heathrow Airport closed one of its two runways earlier this month. In the latest update from the airline on April 16, customers are asked to check the status of their flight through BA’s online booking system or via its telephone contact centre. Read more ……

British Airways is expected to announce it will suspend around 36,000 staff. The airline, which grounded much of its fleet due to the coronavirus crisis, has been negotiating with the Unite union for more than a week. The two sides have reached a broad deal but are yet to sign on some details. The agreement means that up to 80% of BA cabin crew, ground staff, engineers and those working at head office will have their jobs suspended but no staff are expected to be made redundant. The decision will…

British Airways has today launched deals across its premium seats and luxury holidays. Offers cover 20 long-haul destinations in First and Club World, along with 35 European routes in Club Europe. Highlighted discounts include return Club World fares to Boston from £1,195, to Rio de Janeiro from £1,999, and to Cape Town from £2,699. First and Club World customers will also get priority check-in, lounge access, Elemis spa treatments at select lounges and fine dining on-board. In Club Europe offers include return flights to Berlin from £218, to Copenhagen from £234, and to…

British Airways announced Thursday that it will be refreshing three of its worldwide network of lounges. The renovations at its First and Club lounges in Berlin, Chicago and Edinburgh are expected to be completed in spring 2020. Once the renovation is complete in Chicago (ORD), passengers can expect to experience a personal, more interactive welcome at both the airport’s First and Club lounges. New décor, flooring, furnishings and specially crafted chairs will set the tone for a more relaxed atmosphere. Other improvements include an increase in the number of charging…