Luggage destined for a British Airways flight caught fire at Milan Malpensa Airport, causing a panic. Firefighters quickly responded to the incident.

The Wexford Festival Opera has formed a new partnership with British Airways as it prepares for its 75th anniversary celebration.

A passenger on a British Airways flight that issued a distress call before safely landing at Heathrow earlier this month described the fear on board, recalling a shout of 'I don't want to die' during the incident.

All three pilots operating a British Airways flight from Hyderabad, India, to London fell ill with suspected food poisoning after sharing a hotel breakfast. Two pilots managed to safely fly the aircraft to its destination.

British Airways has launched an investigation after three pilots fell ill with suspected food poisoning mid-air following a stopover in Hyderabad. The health scare occurred at 30,000 feet, prompting concerns about inflight catering.

Pratt & Whitney, a division of RTX, has secured a deal to provide engines for British Airways' expansion of its A320neo aircraft fleet.

Lee Ryan, singer from the band Blue, is scheduled to be sentenced for a racially aggravated assault on an air steward during a British Airways flight.

A technical issue with the baggage system at Heathrow Airport has left approximately 20,000 bags stranded, causing significant disruption for travelers. This marks the fifth such incident at the airport since January, prompting an apology from British Airways.

British Airways is reportedly seeking up to £10 million in financial redress from Heathrow Airport following a series of baggage system breakdowns, which included the loss of 20,000 bags last weekend.

British Airways has implemented a new policy prohibiting passengers from filming flight attendants without their explicit consent, threatening criminal charges and a 'blacklist' for violators.

The legendary punk band The Damned has announced their 'Final Damnation' UK tour for 2026, celebrating their 50th anniversary and including a stop at the new British Airways ARC venue in London.

A businessman is suing British Airways for £50,000, claiming that a cut finger sustained during a flight caused him trauma, including nightmares and flashbacks. The lawsuit alleges the injury led to significant psychological distress.

British Airways and Tirana International Airport are celebrating two decades of connecting Tirana and London, a route that has strengthened tourism, business, and cultural ties since 2006.

A new analysis by AirAdvisor reveals that lost or delayed luggage remains a frequent issue in Europe, with the risk nearly double the global average. British Airways is highlighted as the most reliable, while the report also details the performance of airlines like Wizz Air and Tarom.

IAG, owner of British Airways and Iberia, has until April 2 to submit an offer for TAP, with the potential sale of only a minority stake possibly hindering the deal.

A woman died shortly after takeoff on a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to Heathrow, with passengers spending 13 hours on the plane alongside her body as the pilots continued the journey.

Other acts confirmed include McFly, Zac Brown Band, and Khalid The post Self Esteem to open new British Airways ARC arena in London – see the first wave of acts appeared first on NME.

British Airways is set to resume thrice-weekly flights to Colombo, Sri Lanka, indicating a boost for the country's tourism sector.

British Airways extends flight cuts in Middle East  Reuters

UAE flights are suspended as British Airways, Lufthansa cancel services to Dubai and Abu Dhabi amid the latest Middle East tensions. Airports are restricting access.

West Asia conflict has grounded thousands of flights across the Middle East, stranding passengers and forcing airlines to reroute or cancel services. Major carriers like Air France, British Airways, and Cathay Pacific have suspended routes. While some Gulf airlines are resuming limited operations, Indian carriers are adding flights to manage demand and repatriation efforts.

IAG enjoys record operating profits on margins of more than 15% at British Airways and sister airline Iberia British Airways’ owner, International Airlines Group (IAG), has announced a sharp rise in annual profits to almost £4bn despite carrying slightly fewer passengers in 2025. Pre-tax profits across the group increased by 20% to €4.5bn (£3.9bn), with record operating profits on margins of more than 15% at BA and its sister airline Iberia. Continue reading...

Virgin Atlantic is on track to attract tens of thousands of British Airways frequent flyers by offering status upgrades during its February campaign.

A traveler spent $2,700 on a 'mileage run' flight around the world, including being stranded in Qatar, solely to maintain British Airways elite status.

British Airways has seen gains from travelers rerouted due to Middle East disruptions, but its owner IAG has simultaneously trimmed its capacity outlook.

A British Airways flight issued a mayday call while on its approach to Heathrow Airport, indicating a serious incident or emergency.

An investigation is underway after a British Airways co-pilot became sick mid-flight from Hyderabad to London, with reports of other crew members also falling ill during an overnight layover in India.

An investigation is underway after several pilots on a British Airways flight fell ill following a shared breakfast at a hotel lounge in Hyderabad, with one pilot requiring oxygen during the flight due to suspected food poisoning.

British Airways has partnered with the IA-Foundation to donate laptops, aiming to bridge the digital divide for out-of-school children in Nigeria and expand their access to technology.

A British Airways flight from Bridgetown, Barbados, to Heathrow was cancelled after crew members were reportedly found to be intoxicated in a hotel bar before their scheduled duty.

Luis Gallego, chief executive of IAG (owner of British Airways), stated that current EU competition rules make a potential bid for EasyJet 'very difficult'. He called for an overhaul of how the bloc evaluates airline takeovers.

A women-led bakery in Khayelitsha, Cape Town, has secured a deal to supply British Airways, marking a significant breakthrough for the company.

IAG, the parent company of British Airways, has issued a profit warning, citing the significant impact of soaring jet-fuel prices on its operations.

British Airways has stated it possesses sufficient kerosene for the summer holiday season, despite the ongoing Iran crisis and a projected two billion euro increase in fuel costs. Unlike Lufthansa, the airline has not yet canceled any flights.

British Airways is cracking down on passengers filming or photographing its crew members, warning that such actions could lead to a lifetime ban from flying with the airline. Swiss Air has not yet implemented a similar policy.

A story from The Times details how a disabled father booked business class seats on British Airways but was subsequently downgraded.

Hundreds of British Airways passengers were left stranded for days in freezing St. John's, Newfoundland, after an emergency flight diversion. Passengers criticized the airline for a lack of communication and assistance during the ordeal.

A 60-year-old woman died an hour into a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to Heathrow, and her body was subsequently stored in the plane's heated galley, leading to a 'bad smell' upon arrival.

A passenger who died on a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to London was allegedly stored in a heated galley for 13 hours, with reports of a 'foul smell'.

The new 3,800-capacity concert hall is gearing up for a June kickoff.

A British Airways pilot has been accused of secretly filming intimate encounters with at least 16 women, including other airline employees, and then sharing these videos without their consent.

EU urges ‘lower taxes on energy’; British Airways cancels all Abu Dhabi flights until ‘later this year’

Airline group says travel outlook continues to be ‘supportive’ as profits rise by a quarter

Drum 'n' bass DJ Bou created a viral track sampling a British Airways flight attendant's handling of a disruptive passenger on his flight, and later brought her on stage during a performance in Las Vegas.

A British Airways flight issued a mayday call while on approach to Heathrow Airport. The incident prompted an emergency response as the aircraft prepared to land.

All three pilots on a British Airways flight from India to London reportedly fell ill during the journey. The incident raised concerns about the health and safety protocols for airline crew.

Three British Airways pilots on a Boeing 777 flight from Hyderabad to Heathrow simultaneously fell ill due to suspected food poisoning after consuming the same meal.

A British Airways aircraft experienced a technical fault, blocking a runway at London Gatwick Airport and leading to the diversion of 14 flights and emergency declarations from nine other planes, likely due to fuel shortages.

The Norwegian airline has kept its bet with British Airways and changed the cover photo on its Instagram account.

Greece, Albania, Tunisia, and Egypt are seeing a rise in Mediterranean tourism, while Croatia, the UK, and other European countries face an unexplained slowdown. Airlines like Lufthansa, British Airways, and Aegean Airlines are experiencing sudden demand disruption during peak season.

A mobile phone caught fire during a British Airways flight from London to Las Vegas, prompting an emergency. Flight 271 landed safely at Las Vegas International Airport despite the incident.

British Airways has informed customers via email about an increase in the price of Avios reward tickets, thanking them for their continued understanding.

British Airways is demanding £10 million in compensation from London's Heathrow Airport after 20,000 pieces of luggage were not loaded last weekend.

British Airways has outlined plans for a phased resumption of flights to Dubai and Doha, providing updates on Middle East flight operations.

British Airways has issued a warning that airfares are likely to increase as the conflict in Iran continues to drive up global oil prices.

Travelers flying with airlines like TUI, British Airways, and Ryanair to or from the UK are warned about a little-known rule that could result in the confiscation of their phones, tablets, or laptops at airports.

British Airways has announced cuts to its Middle East flights and is reallocating aircraft due to the ongoing war in the region, impacting travel logistics.

Company’s previous head abruptly quit last year after poor planning triggered thousands of flight cancellations

British Airways plans to reward pilots with bonuses of up to 1% of their salary for collectively cutting carbon emissions by 60,000 tonnes above 2025 levels, starting next year.

The body of a deceased passenger remained in the galley of a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to London for over 13 hours after her death.

IAG, the parent company of British Airways, is leaning towards abandoning its pursuit of TAP Air Portugal, having warned the Portuguese government it will only bid for the airline if majority ownership rules are relaxed.

As Middle East routes melt down, British Airways adds flights to Melbourne  SMH.com.au

US warns today will be most intense day of strikes against Iran; British Airways cancels all Abu Dhabi flights until ‘later this year’

Airlines British Airways, Air France-KLM, and Lufthansa are experiencing significant drops in share prices on Monday.

Passengers of a British Airways flight have protested their abandonment after their flight was diverted, leading to them being stranded.