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Titan Airways provides aircraft to assist BA passengers

Thursday 18th March, 2010

  • Titan Airways provides aircraft to assist BA passengers
  • Titan Airways provides aircraft to assist BA passengers

Titan Airways, the London Stansted-based VIP charter specialist, has been contracted to operate two aircraft on behalf of BA for the duration of the planned strike by BA cabin crew from 20-22 March, inclusive. The aircraft, a Boeing 757 and a Boeing 767, will be based at London Heathrow, operating routes to and from Dusseldorf, Nice, Rome and Lyon. BA has a wet-lease arrangement with Titan, meaning that the aircraft will be provided with full cockpit and cabin crew.

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Titan Airways has considerable experience in providing aircraft and crew at very short notice to airlines across Europe. Titan’s unique short notice, rapid response ‘Go Now’ policy guarantees that an aircraft will be ready within 60-minutes of flight confirmation, enabling airlines to place an aircraft very quickly into their schedule in order to maintain the operation or minimise delays.

“Many operators rely on our ‘Go Now’ policy when one of their own aircraft has an issue – be it operational or otherwise, or if there is planned maintenance where the airline’s flying programme may be interrupted,” said Alastair Kiernan, Titan Airways’ Commercial Director. “BA is an existing client of ours and we’re happy to assist on this occasion to help keep passenger disruption to a minimum.”

The 767-300ER being provided to BA is the latest addition to Titan’s fleet. The wide-bodied 767 is configured with 265 seats in a 2/3/2 layout. “The 767 has phenomenal range – it can fly up to 6,000nm in around 13 hours, offering clients the potential to travel from London as far as Singapore or Los Angeles non-stop,” said Alastair Kiernan. “The 767 is now the largest aircraft in our fleet and is part of our ongoing strategy to bring newer generation aircraft into operation.”

Established in 1988, Titan Airways has established itself as a prestigious charter airline specialising in VIP, corporate and leisure travel. The airline is renowned for the first-class levels of care it provides, placing special emphasis on comfort and the quietness of its aircraft.

All Titan Airways’ aircraft operate under UK registrations and are maintained to the highest possible standards.

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Editors Notes

Founded in 1988, Titan Airways is an established player in the European charter market, providing a bespoke charter tailored to each client’s demands, catering for individuals or groups from 1 to 265 passengers.
Titan’s expanding fleet comprises 11 aircraft: four Boeing 737-300s including an all Business Class version; three BAe 146-200s; a Boeing 757-200 and a 757 Business Class, a new 767-300ER and a King Air 350. Several of the aircraft are QC (quick change) enabling utilisation for either passenger or freight transportation.
Many leading airlines – legacy carriers and regional airlines - call on Titan to provide instant operational solutions. The airline’s reputation is built on its unique ‘Go Now’ policy, which guarantees that an aircraft can be airborne within 60 minutes of flight confirmation. Titan earned a Queen’s Award for Enterprise in 2001 for its rapid response services and pioneering use of quick change variants of aircraft. Titan is a worldwide AOC holder for both freight and passenger charters.
Titan Airways employs approximately 220 personnel based mainly at London Stansted.
Titan’s customers include cruise lines, pop groups, blue chip organisations, finance houses, major car companies and tour operators.
For further information, the Titan charter team can be contacted on:

T +44 (0)1279 680616 or email charter@titan-airways.co.uk