British Airways confirms London City to New York flights

British Airways has confirmed that, despite the difficult economic environment, it plans to go ahead with the launch of flights to New York from London City Airport this year.

Tickets for the twice-daily service, which is the first ever long-haul route to be launched from the airport, went on sale this week and operations are scheduled to begin on September 29th.

The business class-only flights will be operated by an Airbus A318 offering 32 lie-flat seats and inflight internet access.

On its way to New York JFK, the flight will stop in Shannon in Ireland to refuel, where passengers will be able to pass US Customs and immigration checks before arriving at their final destination.

British Airways chief executive Willie Walsh said: "In the harshest trading environment airlines have experienced, we believe it is more important than ever to embrace the future and innovate. That is what this historic new route is all about.

"There is real enthusiasm from our customers for this project. This is BA at its best - stylish, British and ahead of the game."

The airline will also be adjusting its network from Gatwick Airport and Heathrow Airport this year, launching new flights to destinations including Barbados and Las Vegas.

Posted by Penny, 24 June 2009 13:00

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