British Airways, founded in 1974 through the merger of two historic carriers and headquartered in London, England, is one of the world's largest international airlines and the flag carrier of the United Kingdom. The airline operates extensive scheduled passenger services across six continents, with major hubs at London Heathrow and London Gatwick, serving as a key connector for transatlantic and long-haul routes. As a founding member of the oneworld alliance, British Airways offers a full range of cabin classes including first class, business, premium economy, and economy, while its frequent flyer program, the Executive Club, provides loyalty rewards across the alliance network. BA operates a significant portion of the world's long-haul international traffic and maintains partnerships with numerous regional carriers through its subsidiary operations, positioning it as a major global aviation player. The airline is part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), a multinational airline holding company that also owns Iberia, Aer Lingus, and other carriers, allowing for coordinated operations and shared resources across European and intercontinental markets.
12 Mo Incidents
2
Ave Fleet Age
28y
Seat Capacity
101.2K
Total Aircraft
345
Current Fleet
Airbus AIRBUS A320-232
67
Boeing BOEING 777-236
46
Airbus AIRBUS A319-131
43
Boeing BOEING 747-436
39
Airbus AIRBUS A321-231
18
Boeing BOEING 787-9 Dreamliner
16
Airbus AIRBUS A380-841
12
Airbus A320-251N
11
Boeing BOEING 787-8 Dreamliner
9
Boeing BOEING 777-336ER
8
Boeing BOEING 767-336
7
Airbus Airbus A320-251N
7
Airbus A321-251NX
6
Boeing Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner
5
Unknown Airbus A350-1041
5
Unknown Airbus A320-251N
4
Unknown A350-1041
4
Airbus A350-1041
4
Unknown Airbus A321-251NX
4
Boeing Boeing 767 336ER
4
Airbus Airbus A321-251NX
4
Boeing BOEING 777-36NER
4
Boeing Boeing 787-8
2
Unknown Boeing 777 300ER
2
Boeing Boeing 787-10
1
Unknown A320 251N
1
Unknown Airbus A320 251NSL
1
Airbus 321-251NX
1
Unknown B777-300(ER)
1
Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
1
Boeing 747-436
1
Unknown B777-336(ER)
1
Airbus Airbus 350-1041
1
Airbus AIRBUS A318-112
1
Airbus A319 131
1
Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner
1
Unknown B787-9
1
Boeing 737NG 800/W
1
Safety Reports
Top Owners
British Airways
277
British Airways Plc
3