12.08.05
The unofficial strike among British Airways staff at London's Heathrow airport has brought chaos to thousands of passengers across the world. Nearly 100 BA aircraft and 1000 pilots and cabin crew are in the wrong places around the world, and three Qantas flights from Australia to London were diverted to Frankfurt, Germany today, because they were unable to land at Heathrow.
BA says flights will not restart until 18:00 GMT tomorrow at the earliest. Passengers are being advised to contact their airline on the number below to get the latest travel advice.
Airline Telephone Numbers:
British Airways: 0800 727 800
Qantas: 0870 000 0123
Sri Lankan Airlines: 0208 538 2000
Finnair: 08705 997711
GB Airways: 0870 850 9850
British Med Airlines: 0870 850 9850