Virgin Atlantic
Coverage of Virgin Atlantic in the Nexus archive.
- NDLEA arrests Nigerian-British grandma with 13kg cocaine, recovers large tramadol consignments
NDLEA arrested a Nigerian-British woman at Lagos Airport while she attempted to board a Virgin Atlantic flight to London with 13kg of cocaine. The arrest occurred on June 28, and authorities also recovered large tramadol consignments.
- How not to speak for any government, By Uddin Ifeanyi
Uddin Ifeanyi discusses a conversation with his daughter about a Virgin Atlantic flight from Lagos to London, referencing a national campaign highlighting 'hardship' in the country. The article questions the narrative around government representation.
- Virgin Atlantic named 'best airline in Europe' at passenger experience awards - with Scandi carrier picking up honour for 'comfiest seats'
Virgin Atlantic was named 'best airline in Europe' at the Passenger Experience Awards. A Scandinavian carrier received the award for 'comfiest seats'.
- World's best airlines named in the 2026 APEX Best Awards - as Virgin Atlantic comes out on top in Europe
The 2026 APEX Best Awards named Virgin Atlantic as the top airline in Europe. The awards recognize the world's best airlines.
- World's best airlines named in the 2026 APEX Best Awards - as Virgin Atlantic comes out on top in Europe
The 2026 APEX Best Awards named Virgin Atlantic as the top airline in Europe. The awards recognize the world's best airlines.
- British man who suffered 'life-changing' burns to his penis after hot coffee slipped off tray table and onto his lap during Virgin Atlantic flight demands compensation
A British man sustained severe burns to his genital area after hot coffee spilled from an airplane tray table during a Virgin Atlantic flight. He is now seeking compensation for the 'life-changing' injuries.
- The airlines giving staff autism training - as Virgin Atlantic becomes latest carrier to improve flying experience for neurodivergent passengers
Virgin Atlantic has become the latest airline to provide staff with autism training to improve the flying experience for neurodivergent passengers. This move aims to create a more inclusive and accommodating environment for passengers with autism. The training is part of a broader effort by airlines to enhance customer experience.
- Virgin Atlantic stewardess admits downing wine night before crashing her car on way to airport and trying to board flight to Barbados while four times over the limit
A Virgin Atlantic stewardess crashed her car on the way to the airport after a night of drinking wine and tried to board a flight to Barbados while being four times over the limit. The incident raises concerns about the safety and responsibility of airline staff. The stewardess's actions put herself and others at risk.
- Virgin Atlantic boss says aviation industry 'cannot absorb' jet fuel prices 'at these levels' after tickets rise by up to £360
Virgin Atlantic CEO Shai Weiss stated the aviation industry cannot sustain current jet fuel prices, leading to ticket price increases of up to £360. The airline attributes rising costs to volatile fuel prices, which are straining operational budgets and forcing fare hikes.
- Virgin Atlantic raises its ticket prices by as much as £360 amid warnings jet fuel could run out in the 'near future' due to Iran war
Virgin Atlantic has raised ticket prices by up to £360, citing warnings about potential jet fuel shortages linked to the Iran war. The price increase reflects growing concerns over fuel supply disruptions amid geopolitical tensions. Travelers face higher costs as airlines navigate the impact of global conflicts on operations.