BA long haul transfer to T5 delayed

Heathrow airport operator BAA said British Airways' planned move of its long haul flights to problem-hit Terminal 5 has been deferred until June, instead of April 30 as planned. "We will work together to iron out any remaining problems, including the...

Heathrow airport operator BAA said British Airways' planned move of its long haul flights to problem-hit Terminal 5 has been deferred until June, instead of April 30 as planned.

"We will work together to iron out any remaining problems, including the baggage system and its operation, and develop a robust timescale for phasing the move of Terminal 4 services into Terminal 5," said British Airways and BAA in a joint statement.

"BAA regrets this postponement, and we recognise the impact it has on other airlines, but we believe it is a wise precaution to ensure that passengers can have the maximum confidence once the move does take place," said Colin Matthews, BAA's chief executive officer.

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