Originally Posted by
iwillflytheworld
(1) BA's interpretation of the above rule is consistent with Emerald members getting a zero checked baggage allowance when booking the new "No checked baggage" fares.
(2) BA is choosing to ignore the OW baggage Emerald benefits for these particular fares.
http://www.oneworld.com/ffp/emerald-privileges/
Oneworld, which is the main name of the flyer system, seems to understand and have agreed what is happening.
As an Emerald frequent flyer you can check in one additional bag for free in addition to your ticketed baggage allowance when you fly on oneworld airlines. If your ticket mentions a weight allowance, you can check in an extra 20kgs (44lbs). (For travel originating worldwide on British Airways, or from London's Heathrow Airport on Iberia, the extra baggage allowance will be available starting 1 March, 2013. This benefit will not be available on British Airways 'Hand Baggage Only' fares on select short-haul routes.)