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British Airways can trace its origins back to the birth of civil aviation, the pioneering days following World War I. In the 100 years that have passed since the world's first schedule air service on 25 August 1919, air travel has changed beyond all recognition.
British Airways (BA), the United Kingdom's national airline, was formed in 1974 with the merger of the two largest UK airlines, British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) and British European Airways (BEA), and including also two smaller regional airlines, Cambrian Airways and Northeast Airlines.
British Airways is the largest airline based in the United Kingdom in terms of fleet size, international flights, and international destinations and was, until 2008, the largest airline by passenger numbers.
The British Airways Heritage Collection has existed since the formation of British Airways, over 100 years ago. During that time, air travel has changed beyond all recognition, from the aircraft to the uniforms.
British Airways (BA), the United Kingdom's national airline, was formed in 1974 with the merger of the two largest UK airlines, British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) and British European Airways (BEA), and including also two smaller regional airlines, Cambrian Airways and Northeast Airlines. The merger was the completion of a ...
100 Years Of British Airways: How the BA of today traces its origins back to the launch of international flights from London to Paris on 25 August 1919.
Join us on a captivating airplane documentary through the turbulent history of British Airways. We trace the birth of aviation's giant from its humble beginnings on Hounslow Heath, revealing...
The advertisements, aircraft, airlines, cabins, liveries, routes and significant events that make up the 100 year history of British Airways.
Welcome to our 100 part series on the history of British Airways and its predecessor airlines. From the launch of the first flights from London to Paris on 25 August 1919 to the present day, we’re covering, warts and all, the highs and lows of 100 years of aviation history.
We welcome information, guidance and advice on the collection, particularly first-hand experiences from those who have played some part in our history. Visit the British Airways Heritage Centre. Find out about the history and heritage of British Airways and its airline predecessors.