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The A to Z of wireless
News Limiting functionality in this way can be a less controversial option for airlines as voice calls can present a noise nuisance issue. Indeed, momentum has once again been building around in-flight wireless and services... [11 Aug 2009]
In-flight broadband 'to take off this year'
News Back in January British Airways announced plans to launch an in-flight wireless service later this year - for emails, internet browsing and SMS, on an all-business-class route from London City airport to New York JFK. [08 May 2009]
Identity crisis for £1.2bn e-Borders system?
News The British Air Transport Association (Bata), the trade body for UK airlines, recently warned that the system could cause disruption to holiday travellers when it is introduced. The UK Border Agency has... [30 Mar 2009]
Airlines fear delays from snooping tech
News Home Office plans to begin using the £1.2bn e-Borders system at airports, rail and ferry terminals from April risks delaying UK travellers, according to the British Air Transport Association (Bata), the trade body for UK... [11 Feb 2009]
Virgin Atlantic's IT director on budget cuts and having fun
Comment Under Cope's stewardship the company is transforming its IT infrastructure to give it an edge in a fiercely competitive market, and one that has already seen several airlines go under as a result of yo-yoing fuel costs... [20 Jan 2009]
First ID card trials announced for airport staff
News However, the British Air Transport Association (Bata), which represents airlines' interests, said its members would not participate voluntarily in the scheme, as they did not believe it would improve... [06 Nov 2008]
One million ID cards every year from 2009
News Smith's comments contradict the stance taken by the UK airlines trade group, British Air Transport Association. I expect to be able to issue the cards to British citizens working in UK... [25 Sep 2008]
Mobile phones key to paperless air travel
News GPS-enabled handsets could also be used to track passengers in airports, with the potential to save airlines $600m by cutting flight delays, with messages sent to wayward passengers to move them to gates more... [20 Jun 2008]
Red Hat CEO: We're "tough to do business with"
News Although his previous role was chief operating officer of Delta Airlines, he has a background in consulting and IT having worked at the Boston Consulting Group. Paul Coby British Airways Red Hat's new... [20 Jun 2008]
MoD to save £35m with online travel service
News The online service significantly simplifies the process of booking travel and accommodation for services personnel, cutting out paperwork and allowing them to compare budget airlines with scheduled carriers or rail for... [19 Jun 2008]
Key Metrics Help British Airways Save Nearly £38 Million With Transformational Online Programs
White Paper British Airways is on record as one of the world's most profitable airlines. British Airways wanted to reduce business in the wake of airline industry crisis following Sept.and Plan... [12 Jun 2008]
Creating a Customer-Focused, Agile Airline
White Paper British Airways is one of the world's largest international airlines. At the time it was revolutionary, but it was based on proprietary technology, it was difficult to scale and it lacked robust links to... [31 May 2008]
The Weekly Round-Up: 28.03.08
Round-Up Meanwhile, back on the ground and travellers flying with British Airways (BA) and other Oneworld alliance airlines will soon be able to access wireless broadband for free in UK airport lounges.... [28 Mar 2008]
Free wi-fi wings its way to BA lounges
News Travellers flying with British Airways (BA) and other Oneworld alliance airlines will soon be able to access wireless broadband for free in UK airport lounges. All the tech at Heathrow T5… Video:... [27 Mar 2008]
Photos: Android, high-tech Heathrow, the future of shopping
Photo Meanwhile, Heathrow's Terminal 3 and Emirates Airlines are running a trial of RFID technology to keep track of baggage on flights to and from Dubai. The system at British Airways' (BA) new home can... [28 Feb 2008]
