British Airways In-Flight Features and Amenities

British Airlines has gained a worldwide reputation for offering first rate in flight features and amenities. As a result, whether you decide to travel in First Class or Economy, you will have some form of amenities and in flight refreshments, to help keep you hydrated and in good spirits.

British Airways Refreshments

Like many major airlines, British Airways offers a wide array of sodas, beers, wines and waters that are both complimentary and for sale. If you are in Economy Class, chances are you will have to pay for your drink. However, if you are flying internationally, most flights will serve you a complimentary beverage during the flight.

First Class

When flying First Class on British Airways, you'll be treated to a variety of in flight features that are unique to that section. In recent years, British Airways has entirely redone their First Class cabin, offering everything from hand made water glasses to brand new seats. The new First Class seats are designed in a cocoon shape, which allows you to lie down as well as sit upright. In addition, the seats partially block out a your peripheral vision, allowing for optimal privacy and seclusion.

Formal Dining Services

While flying First Class, you'll have a formal dining service available with a menu. With first rate chefs and an eager on flight staff, you'll get to choose from a wide array of salads, sandwiches and gourmet dishes.

Business Class

Business Class is designed specifically for the international business traveler. As a result, in flight internet services come standard on all British Airways flights. In addition, you'll have a variety of in flight features available:

  • Movies
  • TV
  • HBO
  • Games
  • Radio

Business Class offers another advantage: more legroom and overall space. This is ideal if you like to stretch out and relax on your flight.

Premium Economy Class

Premium Economy Class, also known as World Traveller Plus, offers a complimentary meal as well as in-air laptop power. Economy Class also offers in flight refreshments to all guests. While some of these are free, most alcoholic beverages must be paid for before consumption. Premium Economy Class also offers you the chance to access an in flight phone, as well as many entertainment options. In flight entertainment features include:

  • 100+ movies
  • 50+ music CDs and audio books
  • In flight games

Economy Class

Economy Class is ideal for budget flyers, or flyers looking to simply get from point A to point B. Economy Class in flight features include meals, TV and much more. Another feature found in Economy Class is what British Airways calls a "children first" policy. If you are flying with kids, British Airways feeds them first so that you can enjoy your meal after they have finished.