British Airways News

British Airways remains a key player in global aviation, recognized for its legacy, expansive network, and evolving approach to passenger experience and digital transformation. PhocusWire provides the latest British Airways news, highlighting the airline’s operational strategies, tech advancements, and industry partnerships.

British Airways flight updates, partnerships, and industry news

From transatlantic alliances and sustainability initiatives to fleet upgrades and customer service innovations, British Airways continues to evolve in response to competitive pressures and market demand. Our coverage explores how the airline is leveraging technology to improve traveler engagement, streamline operations, and expand its global footprint.

Skyscanner puts live flight tracking tile on Windows Phone
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Skyscanner puts live flight tracking tile on Windows Phone
By Linda Fox | December 13, 2011
Skyscanner has developed a flight finding application for Windows Phone with the ability to track prices live. Read More
British Airways toys with mobile 3D seat maps, menus and movies
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British Airways toys with mobile 3D seat maps, menus and movies
By Linda Fox | December 5, 2011
In May, British Airways released an app offering passengers mobile boarding for Windows Phone 7 users as well as live departure and arrival information and terminal maps. Read More
British Airways cabin crew iPad scheme extended to entire fleet
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British Airways cabin crew iPad scheme extended to entire fleet
By Kevin May | November 11, 2011
British Airways will arm senior cabin crew with an iPad across its entire long and short haul fleet in a move to help with on-board customer service. Read More
How Qantas REALLY used social media during the aircraft grounding
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How Qantas REALLY used social media during the aircraft grounding
By Viewpoints | November 10, 2011
What a year this is turning out to be for Qantas. In June, the Chilean ashcloud crisis affected many of their flights for an extended period. Read More
Social media gurus should give Qantas a break
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Social media gurus should give Qantas a break
By Alex Kremer | November 1, 2011
If industrial unrest wasn't bad enough, Qantas is now being widely criticized for its social media efforts during the recent 48-hour shutdown. Read More
Qantas ordered to resume flights and resolve dispute, systems already back on track
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Qantas ordered to resume flights and resolve dispute, systems already back on track
By Kevin May | October 30, 2011
Qantas is slowly putting its fleet of aircraft back in the air after a chaotic 48 hours during which every international and domestic service was suspended. Read More
Qantas grounds flights, industry gasps, technology tries to catch up
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Qantas grounds flights, industry gasps, technology tries to catch up
By Kevin May | October 29, 2011
Australian airline Qantas has grounded its entire domestic and international fleet, throwing down an unprecedented gauntlet in front of those involved in a long running industrial dispute. Read More
British Airways subsidiary OpenSkies sheds a route but will have iPads on the remaining one
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British Airways subsidiary OpenSkies sheds a route but will have iPads on the remaining one
By Dennis Schaal | October 4, 2011
OpenSkies, the all-business-class airline and British Airways subsidiary, decided it will suspend its Washington Dulles to Paris Orly service starting Oct. 29, but will offer iPads for in-flight... Read More
EasyJet extends massive lead - Top UK travel sites, September 24 2011
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EasyJet extends massive lead - Top UK travel sites, September 24 2011
By PhocusWire | September 27, 2011
Low cost carrier EasyJet has added to its huge lead over rival Ryanair in the top ten airline websites in the UK. Read More
Tale of two web videos - brands always come second best to quirky consumer travel clips
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Tale of two web videos - brands always come second best to quirky consumer travel clips
By Kevin May | September 21, 2011
Much rejoicing at British Airways this week as it unveiled a new TV advertising campaign, a nostalgic effort looking back at the company and its legacy, service and fleet. Read More
Facebook button gets thumbs down in travel usability testing, internal ads also disliked
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Facebook button gets thumbs down in travel usability testing, internal ads also disliked
By Linda Fox | September 13, 2011
study into what goes on in users' heads when they open up a travel website has thrown up some interesting results Read More
Goodbye Metrotwin, BA social network axed in favour of Facebook
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Goodbye Metrotwin, BA social network axed in favour of Facebook
By Linda Fox | September 9, 2011
British Airways plans to shut down its Metrotwin social media platform at the end of September after three years in operation Read More
EasyJet almost double BA share - Top UK travel sites, September 3 2011
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EasyJet almost double BA share - Top UK travel sites, September 3 2011
By PhocusWire | September 6, 2011
Low cost carrier EasyJet has almost twice the amount of share of traffic to airline websites in the UK than British Airways. Read More
BA seeking Perfect Days via Facebook app
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BA seeking Perfect Days via Facebook app
By Linda Fox | August 30, 2011
British Airways tinkering on Facebook with launch of Perfect Days app. Read More
EasyJet takes back top spot from Ryanair - Top UK travel sites, August 20 2011
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EasyJet takes back top spot from Ryanair - Top UK travel sites, August 20 2011
By PhocusWire | August 23, 2011
Ryanair has lost its prime position at the head of the leading airline websites in the UK, as EasyJet leaps over once again. Read More