British Airways review (Geneva to London Gatwick 22nd February 2008)

British Airways is the national flag carrier of the United Kingdom, and operates full international and domestic scheduled air services for the carriage of passengers, freight and mail and the provision of ancillary services. British Airways operates to 148 destinations around the world with a fleet of 245 aircraft. British Airways are one of the world’s leading scheduled premium international airlines. Their main principal place of business is Heathrow, one of the world’s premier airport locations, which serves a large geographical area with a comparatively high proportion of point-to-point business. Operating one of the most extensive international scheduled airline route networks, together with our code share and franchise partners, British Airways flies to more than 300 destinations worldwide.

Route: Geneva to London Gatwick 

Departure date and time of flight: 17:25pm on the 22nd February 2008

Flight Number: BA733

Flight duration: 1h 30m

Class: Economy Class

Aircraft type: Boeing 737-400 

Punctuality of the flight: 

The flight departed on time from Geneva International, but (as always) and landed on time at Gatwick. This is one of the main reasons I prefer to use Gatwick. It’s not that a busy airport as Heathrow and there are hardly any delays (if the weather is good that is!)

Any baggage issues:

No issues- the bags arrived on time and in one piece.

Comments on the check- in staff and any issues: 

No check-in issues. Everything went perfectly smoothly at Geneva Airport. Just like the rest of the Swiss culture- everything is on time and in an orderly manner. No hustle and bustle.

Comments regarding the pre-meal service: 

Choice of various hot and cold drinks 

Comments regarding the first meal: 

As this was Economy Class, so therefore just a simple choice of tea and coffee along with complimentary drinks (non-alcoholic), along with a small packet of mixed nuts and a flapjack.

Comments regarding the drinks service:

A second round of drinks were offered after the meal.

Comments of professionalism of the cabin crew:

The cabin crew were very professional and polite. Just a normal flight, without any incidents.

Comments on the interior of the aircraft (including seat comfort): 

The 737-400/500 series of aircraft are used by British Airways for their short to medium haul routes within Europe. The aircraft is used from both Gatwick and Heathrow. The interior is a standard 3-3 for economy and 2-2 configuration for Business Class passengers. The Business and Economy Class seats are all leather in navy blue colour (typical of the signature for British Airways).

Overall rating 1-10 (worst-best):10

British Airways (Geneva to London Gatwick 22nd of February 2008)