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British Airways A350 Encounters Safety Incidents Twice in Two Days

A British Airways Airbus A350 experienced two emergency diversions over consecutive days. The first incident involved a complete power failure soon after takeoff, while the second was caused by smoke in the cockpit leading to an emergency landing in Cape Town. These events prompt concerns regarding aircraft safety and maintenance protocols.

2025-04-17T00:31:56.902076-07:00

The Guardian

Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

2025-03-20T20:25:54.605790-07:00

Bloomberg

IATA Forecasts $1 Trillion Revenue and Thin Profit Margins for Airlines in 2025

2024-12-10T01:51:32.838197-08:00

FlightGlobal

London City Airport Seeks CAA Approval for A320neo Operations

2025-01-27T04:32:05.783326-08:00

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Airline Pesticide Spraying Poses Health Risks for Sensitive Travelers TV host Kathy McCabe has issued a warning about the potential health risks associated with insecticide spraying on flights following her recent ordeal on a British Airways flight. This practice, aimed at controlling insect infestations, could pose significant threats to passengers with sensitivities or allergies.

2025-04-22T14:25:43.657172-07:00

Airline Pesticide Spraying Poses Health Risks for Sensitive Travelers

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British Airways Compelled to Pay £1.5 Million in Passenger Compensation An independent arbitration service has mandated British Airways to pay nearly £1.5 million (US $1.98 million) in compensation to passengers over a three-month period. The compensation addresses grievances related to lengthy delays, cancellations, denied boarding, and lost luggage.

2025-04-18T05:36:43.132893-07:00

British Airways Compelled to Pay £1.5 Million in Passenger Compensation

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British Airways A350 Encounters Safety Incidents Twice in Two Days A British Airways Airbus A350 experienced two emergency diversions over consecutive days. The first incident involved a complete power failure soon after takeoff, while the second was caused by smoke in the cockpit leading to an emergency landing in Cape Town. These events prompt concerns regarding aircraft safety and maintenance protocols.

2025-04-17T00:31:56.902076-07:00

British Airways A350 Encounters Safety Incidents Twice in Two Days

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British Airways Employee Caught Selling Non-Revenue Flight Benefits on eBay A British Airways employee was caught selling non-revenue flight benefits on eBay, violating the airline's policy on concessionary travel perks. The employee offered three months of standby travel access and discounted confirmed space for nearly $800, raising concerns over internal control and policy adherence.

2025-04-16T04:34:38.596894-07:00

British Airways Employee Caught Selling Non-Revenue Flight Benefits on eBay

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British Airways Faces Second Drug Seizure in Days, Heightening Security Concerns A British Airways Boeing 777 at London Gatwick Airport became the center of attention after an engineer discovered cocaine worth £100,000 hidden in its lavatory. This is the second drug bust involving the airline in recent days, raising questions about security protocols.

2025-04-13T23:48:18.066298-07:00

British Airways Faces Second Drug Seizure in Days, Heightening Security Concerns

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British Airways 777 Declares Emergency En Route from Abuja to London A British Airways Boeing 777 operating flight BA82 from Abuja to London has declared an emergency mid-flight. The nature of the emergency remains undisclosed, compelling the aircraft to initiate deviation procedures while prioritizing passenger safety.

2025-04-13T05:32:34.876935-07:00

British Airways 777 Declares Emergency En Route from Abuja to London

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British Airways Resumes London-Tel Aviv Flights After 18-Month Hiatus British Airways has restarted its flights between London Heathrow and Tel Aviv, deploying the Airbus A321neo for the twice daily service. This resumption marks a shift from a twin-aisle to a single-aisle aircraft, affecting business class amenities including lie-flat seating.

2025-04-06T19:07:11.066381-07:00

British Airways Resumes London-Tel Aviv Flights After 18-Month Hiatus

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British Airways and easyJet Reconnect UK with Tbilisi Both British Airways and easyJet have launched direct flights to Tbilisi this week from London, marking an important expansion of their services in the region. British Airways has resumed its Tbilisi route from London Heathrow, while easyJet has inaugurated a new service from London Luton.

2025-04-03T08:22:18.131424-07:00

British Airways and easyJet Reconnect UK with Tbilisi

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