Qatar Airways celebrated 25 years of service to the UK with a special flight on 30 March 2022.
On 30 March 1997, Qatar Airways launched its Doha to London Heathrow service, using an A300-600R aircraft.
Today, Qatar Airways operates 35 flights per week from Doha to London Heathrow and more than 50 a week to the UK.
To mark the occasion, the airline flew its retro livery Boeing 777-300 aircraft to commemorate its first UK flight 25 years ago.
Qatar Airways Flight 007 was welcomed into London Heathrow with a traditional water cannon salute and a special celebration event for passengers.
Guests enjoyed an in-flight food menu, designed to evoke traditional British flavours. The exclusive à la carte menu illustrated famous icons in the UK including Britain’s red telephone boxes.
The à la carte menu featured famous English dishes including Sunday roast with Yorkshire pudding, beef pie, fish and chips with mushy peas and strawberry trifle.
Economy Class passengers were treated to Shepherd’s pie, Sunday roast chicken, sausage rolls and trifle for dessert.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: “This is an incredibly important landmark in our history as we celebrate the anniversary of one of our longest-serving and most popular routes.
“The last 25 years have seen us grow from a small airline to one of the largest in the world. Our airline itself celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, and London was an important first step in our journey; it remains a cornerstone of our global network today.
“This milestone also showcases Qatar’s exceptional relationship with the UK, and we look forward to our next 25 years.”
Chief Executive Officer of Heathrow, John Holland-Kaye, said: “We want to congratulate Qatar Airways on a quarter of a century of linking London and Doha through Heathrow, the UK’s only hub airport.
“By working together with partners like Qatar Airways we can maintain and build on the UK’s vital connections to key cities around the world, for the benefit of passengers and businesses.”
Premium Cabin passengers also received Harrods’ All-Butter Chocolate Chip Shortbread Biscuits, Harrods’ London edition of Earl Grey Tea and a Qatar Airways branded teddy bear.
The airline has also launched special fares offering up to 25 per cent discount on flights from London Heathrow to selected destinations including the Maldives, Seychelles, Sydney and many more.
Customers can book until 1 April 2022, using promo code LHR25.
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