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IndiGo Appoints Former British Airways Chief William Walsh as New CEO

Weeks after the unexpected resignation of Pieter Elbers, IndiGo has announced a new chief executive officer. The Indian low-cost carrier confirmed on Tuesday that former British Airways chief William Walsh will take over as its CEO.

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Easter bank holiday: All the travel disruption expected for air, road and rail

Around 21 million leisure journeys are expected to take place this weekend, with travel disruption likely across Britain’s roads, airlines and rail networks

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Boeing Earnings Preview: What to Expect

Boeing will release its first-quarter earnings soon, and analysts anticipate a double-digit loss dip.

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How to Travel with Pets: New Airline Rules and Tips

Airlines have evolved in 2026 to accommodate pet parents better, with standout updates like Air India's "Paws on Board" now allowing cats and dogs up to 10kg (including carrier) in economy cabins across 80+ routes a big leap from prior 4kg limits and 72 hour notices. Booking is simpler at…

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Could Paris be the new gateway to Australia for British travellers?

Exclusive: Qantas steps up flights between Europe and Sydney as airline cashes in on Middle East shutdown

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Shoreditch coffee brand Grind wins exclusive BA Club and First class cabin deal

Founder describes partnership with flag carrier as ‘like winning a Royal Warrant’

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Business class-only airline finally announces first departure after three years

Plane Talk: Could this be the long-haul premium jet that finally corners the British market?

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‘Foul smell’ on British Airways flight after dead body left in heated galley

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British Airways passengers complain of ‘foul smell’ from dead body on 14-hour flight to Heathrow

A woman died shortly after take off on a flight from Hong Kong

The Independent UK

British Airways Stores Body of Woman Who Died One Hour Into the Flight in Heated Galley

The crew of a British Airways flight made some unusual decisions after a female passenger died one hour into a Hong Kong-London flight.

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2 Top Defense Stocks to Buy Now as the Military Works to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz

These two large defense contractors have strong, positive catalysts and attractive valuations.

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Passengers on BA Heathrow flight spend 13 hours with dead body on board

A woman in her 60s suddenly passed away on a flight, leaving her family ‘distraught’ and passengers concerned

Evening Standard

British Airways launches faster wifi with first Starlink flight

Starlink – owned by tech billionaire Mr Musk’s SpaceX aerospace company – uses thousands of satellites orbiting Earth

The Independent UK

British Airways offers Elon Musk's Starlink internet on Heathrow flight in UK carrier first

BA provided the high-speed wi-fi on a Boeing 787-8 flight from London Heathrow to Houston on Thursday

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Europe’s biggest airlines say fuel price spike caused by Iran war will drive up fares

Carriers warn they cannot hold off passing on costs for long, while some airlines plan to increase flights via Asia

Evening Standard

Self Esteem and Mcfly among first stars announced for London’s newest live music venue

The British Airways ARC venue, which is located above the existing west exhibition hall in Olympia, West London, is set to open this June

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European airlines boost direct flights to Asia and Africa as passengers avoid Middle East

Travellers looking to avoid once-popular stopover hubs like Dubai and Doha are increasing demand for long-haul direct routes.

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Easter holiday flights to Spain and Portugal fill up as families drop plans to visit Dubai amid war

British Airways says it has suspended flights to Dubai, Amman, Tel Aviv and Bahrain until June

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The Independent UK

British Airways set to resume flights to two popular destinations in 2027

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British Airways to launch direct flights between London Heathrow and Melbourne

The new long-haul service will be launched in time for next year’s Australian Open tennis tournament and Australian Grand Prix

The Independent UK

6 places you didn’t know you could spend Nectar Card points

You can buy so much more than groceries with your Nectar points

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10 of the best last-minute spring break deals, from ‘kids stay free’ to ‘50% off’

There are still plenty of deals to be had at hotspots including Mexico, Hawaii and Colorado

The Independent UK

British Airways returns to Melbourne and Colombo as long-haul links expand

Preference for nonstop flights to Asian destinations likely to grow as a result of Middle East conflict

The Independent UK

Yesterday Dubai – tomorrow, who knows? How Iran conflict could change UK travel plans once and for all

Dubai, seen for decades as a safe and serene haven, now finds itself on the Foreign Office no-go – along with Abu Dhabi, just down the road in the UAE, and Doha in Qatar. So what does this mean for the future of tourism in the Gulf? Simon Calder finds…

The Independent UK

Can we rely on our airline to get us back safely to the UK?

TRAVEL QUESTIONS: Simon Calder answers your questions on travelling home from Cambodia, cancelled flights from Sri Lanka, choosing between refunds and rebookings, and the ETA rules for dual citizens

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