Willie Walsh, the chief executive of British Airways, on California's scenery, charm and versatility.

Perhaps most notably, he was chief executive of British Airways from 1996 to 2000.

Willie Walsh, chief executive of British Airways, arrived in the Caribbean this week as something of a folk hero.

Sir Colin Marshall, the chief executive of British Airways, has forecast that no more than 12 global airlines will emerge by the end of the decade.

"It would clearly be unwise to pursue an alliance with an unwilling partner," Bob Ayling, chief executive of British Airways, said.

Plus: a former Pakistani secret service officer, the chief executive of British Airways and a first time anti-war protester.

The top executives of British Airways credited the formation of a more ambidextrous culture and leadership with the company's improved performance.

On Sept. 26, Sir Colin Marshall, chief executive of British Airways, indicated that the talks were proceeding slowly.

Keith Williams, the new chief executive of British Airways, puts forward the case for major reform to Air Passenger Duty.

The chief executive of British Airways, Rod Eddington, said today that it remained unclear whether the talks would result in an agreement.