British Airways

Intro and history: British Airways is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom, headquartered in London. It was founded in 1974 after a merger of four companies. British Airways is the second largest airline in the UK, based on fleet size and passengers carried, behind easyJet. Industry: Aviation Product, Services and Operations: British Airways operates a mixed fleet of Airbus and Boeing wide-body aircraft for long-haul flights, and uses Airbus A320 series aircraft for short-haul flights. The airline offers various classes of service including First, Business, Premium Economy, and Economy. It also provides cargo services. Funding Details: As a publicly traded company, British Airways is funded through the sale of shares on the stock market. It's part of the International Airlines Group, which is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index. Acquisitions: British Airways merged with Iberia, a Spanish airline, in 2010 to form the International Airlines Group. Awards and Achievements: British Airways has received numerous awards, including the Skytrax World Airline Award for Best Airline Staff in Europe and the Business Traveller Award for Best Short-Haul Carrier.