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Support for BA cabin crew

Transport : 18/03/2010

Flight disruption seems more certain than ever with the news that striking BA cabin crew have the support of international ground staff.

Ground crews and baggage handlers in Frankfurt, New York and Australia have pledged action, with possible protests being prepared in other countries.

In addition, end of month flight schedules could be thrown into even more disarray with crews at Air France calling for a "solidarity strike" to take place over three days on 28 March.

Meanwhile, BA and Unite are holding last minute talks with the hope of suspending this weekend's industrial action.

BA's CEO Willie Walsh and Unite boss Tony Woodley met in London yesterday but chances of the strike being called off are looking slim.

According to the airline, a significant number of cabin crew are crossing the picket line by offering to work as normal during the strike.

Consequently, the airline is currently adding more flights to its schedule; some previously cancelled flights have been reinstated, while other destinations now have extra capacity.

The seven day 'split strike' will take place from 20 - 22 and 27 - 30 of March.

The dispute between BA and Unite follows disagreements over reductions in crew numbers and pay.

If you are concerned about your BA travel plans, check directly with the airline on their website.

Richelle Harrison Plesse.

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Manchester gets its first Airbus A380

Transport : 02/09/2010

Manchester Airport yesterday drew a large crowd to welcome the delivery of its first Airbus A380 to coincide with Emirates' new daily service to Dubai. The city is the first regional destination in the UK to receive the world's largest passenger plane, with a capacity of 500. The Manchester - Dubai

Ryanair to drop Belfast flights

Transport : 01/09/2010

Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair will axe its flights between Britain and Belfast on the 31st of October. The reason behind the airline's decision was cited as the lengthy delays to a proposed runway extension. Ryanair currently serves Belfast City Airport from Stansted, Glasgow, Liverpool, East Midlands

Egypt Air gets connected

Transport : 31/08/2010

The latest airline to offer in-flight connectivity to its passengers is Egypt Air, allowing them to use GSM, SMS and GPRS services from their mobile providers while on board. The airline's newest Airbus 330-300 has been equipped with the means to do so, also permitting air travellers to use WIFI connection

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