IAG launches new low-cost, long-haul airline
British Airways and Iberia parent International Consolidated Airlines has announced the launch of a new budget long-haul airline based in Barcelona.
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The new airline, Level, will fly to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Buenos Aires and Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic.
It will fly two new Airbus A330 aircraft, which will initially be operated by Iberia's flight and cabin crew.
Although the company has chosen Barcelona as the first European city for its launch, IAG said Level will look to expand its flights from other European cities.
IAG's chief executive Willie Walsh said: "Level is an exciting new IAG airline brand which will bring a stylish and modern approach to flying at prices that are even more affordable. It will benefit from having the strength of one of the world's largest airline groups behind it.
"Barcelona is Vueling's home base and this will allow customers to connect from Vueling's extensive European network onto Level's long-haul flights.
"This is just the start. We're really excited about the opportunities for expansion and we plan to bring Level to other European destinations."
Level will become IAG's fifth main airline brand alongside Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia and Vueling.