Airline Overview
British Mediterranean Airways, which trades under the name BMED, was formed in 1994 and started scheduled services with flights from London Heathrow to Beirut. Still based at Heathrow Airport, today the company operates flights to 16 destinations in Africa and Asia. The airline currently has a franchise agreement with British Airways and all flights operate under a BA code, however, bmi has recently acquired a 99 per cent stake in the airline and will operate all flights from the Winter 2007 timetable onwards.
Baggage allowance is the same as British Airways.
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Each fare type has conditions attached which may include it being restricted, non-upgradeable or non-refundable (taxes paid are refundable).
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Children (two to eleven years inclusive) traveling on long-haul flights are charged at 75 per cent of the adult fare. Infants (under two years) traveling without occupying a seat pay 10 per cent of the ticket price (one infant per adult). Infants traveling occupying their own seat are charged at the child rate (75 per cent of the adult fare).
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Domestic pets carried as checked baggage or as cargo.
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Musical instruments can be carried on the aircraft as standard carry-on items. A separate seat can be purchased to carry a large musical instrument.
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A selection of the latest films and TV programs are shown in all cabins. There is a full in-flight menu with special meals available if requested in advance. All meat is halal.
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British Airways’ “Executive Club” frequent flyer programme.
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There’s nothing like heading up in the skies to work up an appetite. Check out the airline’s menu before you fly so you can decide if you need to bring any extras. See photographs taken by fellow flyers of meals they’ve been served and read reviews at AirlineMeals.net.
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Moby Dick, War and Peace, Leaves of Grass… Do you need to pack a weighty tome or will the in-flight magazine keep you happily occupied for the duration of the flight? British Mediterranean's in-flight magazine Impressions is available on every flight. Read a preview online.
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