I have seen the A380 at Farnboro yesterday and she is a magnificent aircraft and I am looking forward to seeing them at LHR in whatever colours.
Yes I appreciate that BA are not Government owned (as I am a share holder) but I can't see the reasons for their preference towards Boeing for their long haul fleet. Time will tell as it is interesting that they have only ordrered 777 and not the 787. I for one think that BA need the A380 for some of their routes where the increase in cargo capacity alone would more than justify the acquisition.
To all those who doubt the viability of the A380, look again at SIA who have ordered more. Once the production glitches are over come then I am sure that Airbus will come good and deliver a great product to operate and for pax to fly in. I can't wait...