AA: “Heathrow the worst airport in Europe”

Charlie Leocha · April 30, 2008

American Airlines one of the main airlines in the One World Alliance with British Airways said that Heathrow was the worst airport that they serve in Europe.

 

BA pilots union urges changes

Jon Surmacz · April 8, 2008

The union representing British Airways PLC pilots delivered angry criticism of the airline Monday, calling the carrier’s brand a “laughingstock” over the delays, cancellations and lost baggage during the debut of Heathrow Airport’s new terminal.

 

More delays, lost bags for BA fliers

Jon Surmacz · April 2, 2008

The baggage problems for British Airways continued Wednesday, forcing the airline to cancel or delay even more flights.

 

More cancellations at Terminal 5

Jon Surmacz · March 31, 2008

Another day, another round of cancellations at Heathrow Airport’s problem-plagued new Terminal 5. British Airways canceled 54 short-haul flights Monday and said more could be in store for Tuesday.

 

Heathrow woes on opening day

Jon Surmacz · March 27, 2008

New terminal, same hassle. British Airways canceled 34 of its 380 flights Thursday as the airline had problems with baggage, parking and security screening of staff members.

 

Musical chairs at Heathrow

Jon Surmacz · March 27, 2008

A giant game of musical chairs is about to begin at London’s Heathrow Airport as British Airways transfers more than 70 percent of its operations to the new Terminal 5.

 

Queen opens Heathrow’s new terminal

Jon Surmacz · March 17, 2008

None other than Queen Elizabeth II came calling on Heathrow Airport’s gleaming new Terminal 5 last Friday — a first step toward reviving the dingy, overcrowded facilities at the world’s busiest international airport.

 

London airports hike passenger fees

Jon Surmacz · March 11, 2008

Flying in and out of London will get more expensive. London’s two biggest airports, Heathrow and Gatwick, will charge higher fees for passengers effective April 1.