I flew B.A. shorthaul about two weeks ago & I have to say they were very good. It was an A319, two thirds full & it appeared like there were loads of crew. Being Crew myself, for a number of years, I have to say they couldn't have been more proffessional & the purser on the flight I could have 'hugged' she was so lovely! Now I'm not starting A 'Let's Knock This Airline...' thread, but has anyone ever flown with Air Canada...? Oh my god, I've never met such a bunch of crew that didn't get-on & were arguing with each other during the cabin service. The 'Demo' was a joke. No individual screen. Un-comfy seat. average food.. Anyway, the point I'm trying to make is that every single flight is different, and so are we, so what's good for you might not be good for me... we could go on for ever, but I do think B.A. is up there with the major players as being an airline of choice..