NEWSJan 11, 2024British Airways Pilot Kidnapped and Tortured Outside Supermarket During Stopover in JohannesburgA British Airways pilot was kidnapped and tortured by a large group of criminals during a stopover in Johannesburg on January 10. The pilot was "shaken" by the attack after being forced to give up "thousands and thousands" of pounds to the attackers in exchange for his release. This is not the first time in recent months that a British Airways employee was attacked during a stopover in Johannesburg.Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 17, 2023The World's Five Worst Mid-air CollisionsMid-air collisions are exceptionally rare but present some of the most horrifying crashes in history. There is almost no possibility for survival, given the high rate of speed and altitude these crashes typically occur. This article recaps the five worst mid-air collisions based on fatalities.Read More →
NEWSOct 07, 2023Flights Cancelled as Attacks Continue in Israel A new conflict has broken out between Israeli and Palestinian forces in Israel, forcing commercial aviation to come to a screeching halt in Israel. Ben Gurion Airport is currently the only airport still operating, with Israeli Airlines the only carriers permitted to fly out of the country. Read More →
NEWSAug 30, 2023Flying These Airlines to Chicago? Expect Changes!If you happen to be flying either British Airways or Scandinavian Airlines from or to Chicago soon, expect to encounter some significant, albeit temporary, changes.Read More →
NEWSAug 09, 2023British Airways A380 Flies for 10.5 Hours to NowhereThe political situation in Niger has deteriorated to such a point that it's now affecting aviation. On August 6, Niger's junta government closed the countries airspace, forcing numerous flights to divert around the nation's airspace. Two British Airways flights were forced to return to their starting points after hours in the air due to the airspace closure. Read More →
NEWSJul 26, 2023Iberia Joins British, Qatar Airways in Massive Airline PartnershipIberia plans to join an existing partnership between Qatar Airways and British Airways to improve global connectivity. This will make one of the world's largest airline partnerships — which already covers more than 60 countries — even larger.Read More →
NEWSJul 26, 2023Catering Issue Prompts British Airways to Serve KFC OnboardOn a recent long-haul flight, class divisions disappeared as flight attendants onboard a British Airways flight were forced to serve food from the fast-food chain "Kentucky Fried Chicken" (KFC) due to an apparent catering issue that occurred immediately before the flight.Read More →
NEWSJul 16, 2023British Airways Pilot Stabbed, Held at Gunpoint During Layover in South AfricaA veteran pilot at British Airways was reportedly attacked while on a run with a fellow BA crew member in the South African city of Johannesburg.Read More →
NEWSMay 26, 2023British Airways Cancels Flights at Heathrow Due to IT IssuesBritish Airways has canceled at least 60 flights at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) due to technical issues. The airline is currently working to fix IT issues that have created long delays and left passengers at the airport without their luggage.Read More →
NEWSApr 30, 2023London Gatwick Refreshes and Rebrands Marking the Next Phase of GrowthLondon Gatwick has revealed a new brand identity and renewed vision that underscores its continued recovery from the pandemic, establishes a foundation for the airport's future growth, and offers significant economic potential for the area.Read More →
