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Old Oct 5, 2015 | 11:21 pm
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TyneTraveller
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Originally Posted by Dicksbits
Is there any clarity on lounge access for a flight with this airline booked via the British Airways website?

I have been told 'no access' and 'only for Gold card holders' (when a Silver) on arriving at Gatwick on different occasions.

Strictly speaking it's not a One World airline...
In theory, if it is booked with a BA prefix then you should be granted lounge access. In reality, I can foresee another confusing situation for all concerned, with the old "Vuelling is only a partner and not a Oneworld airline" quotes.

Under the current access rules, I don't get why being a gold or silver would make an iota of difference if only trying to access a business lounge. I could however understand if this answer was some years ago when gold's had the benefit of lounge access when travelling on any airline.
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