About British Airways
British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier of the United Kingdom, headquartered in London, England. Established on April 1, 1974, through the merger of British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) and British European Airways (BEA), BA has grown to become one of the world's leading airlines. Operating a fleet of 254 aircraft, it serves 215 destinations worldwide, carrying approximately 34.6 million passengers annually. As a founding member of the Oneworld alliance, British Airways offers extensive global connectivity. Its main hub is at London Heathrow Airport, with additional operations at London Gatwick and London City airports. The airline's fleet includes Airbus A319-100, A320-200, A320neo, A321neo, A350-1000, and Boeing 777 and 787 aircraft.