Overview
bmi is the second largest airline at London Heathrow, one of the world's busiest and best-connected international airports. From our Heathrow hub we operate services in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia, Africa and from our Manchester hub transatlantic to the USA and Caribbean.
bmi's global reach is further extended by being a member of Star Alliance, a grouping of 21 International airlines offering customers a worldwide network and a smooth integrated travel experience. Overall, Star Alliance offers more than 18,100 daily flights to 975 destinations in 162 countries.
bmi is committed to using technology such as E-ticketing, Online Booking, Self Check-in at the airport and via the internet, helping to smooth and speed up the pre-flight experience. This, combined with streamlined behind-the-scenes processes and procedures, means the airline can boast one of the best punctuality records of any airline operating in the UK.
Business Class
Look forward to the sort of service you might normally expect in first class. The new contemporary-styled, fully adjustable lie-flat beds boast leather upholstery with a generous 26" width and 78"-80" seat length and are completed with a cotton pillow and quilt. For added comfort the electronic lumbar support, leg rests and foot rests can all be adjusted with the seat control panel. Additional features include an adjustable personal reading light, tray and cocktail tables and an added storage compartment located at the rear of each seat.
Customers can also look forward to 15" individual seatback screens to enjoy the range of entertainment on offer, with a choice of the latest film releases, TV and audio channels. The overall look of the cabins will be refreshed and the fully qualified onboard chef will continue to serve delicious dishes to suit everyone's taste. Other features include:
* priority boarding
* a welcome glass of champagne
* bmi business lounge access, where available
* state-of-the-art inflight entertainment with noise cancelling headsets
* laptop power, telephones and dataports at each seat
* a selection of newspapers and magazines
* a complimentary comfort kit
Economy
Relax and enjoy one of the best economy services in the market. Your service includes:
* seats with 32" of legroom and adjustable footrest, headrest and lumbar support
* state-of-the-art seat back inflight entertainment
* a choice of fine international cuisine
* complimentary soft drinks
* complimentary newspaper and magazine
* complimentary comfort kit on inbound sector
Premium Economy
Manchester services now offer clients "business class" standard seats fitted into the Premium Economy cabin. With 50-degree recline, 21" width and 49" seat pitch, the 2-2-2 configuration cabin offers wider seats and more leg room. In-flight entertainment will be provided on a 9" individual screen stowed in the arm of the seat and clients will continue to enjoy contemporary and international cuisine and complimentary drinks throughout the flight.
You’ll also enjoy:
* telephones, laptop power and dataports at each seat
* complimentary newspapers and magazines
* complimentary comfort kit on inbound sector
