British Airways Criticised for Using Falklands Capital’s Argentinian Name
- British Airways has faced criticism for using the name Puerto Argentino instead of Port Stanley for the Falkland Islands' capital on in-flight screens, which was described as disgraceful by veterans.
- Admiral Lord West condemned the display, stating, "Everyone on the Falkland Islands calls it Port Stanley."
- The airline promised to investigate the matter, acknowledging the error originated from an external provider.
- The display of the Argentinian name occurred just before the 43rd anniversary of Britain's Falklands War victory, heightening sensitivities around the naming controversy.
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British Airways criticised for using Falklands capital’s Argentinian name
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The British-flagged airline claimed that it had already contacted the "external supplier providing the on-board map service." British ex-combatants described the fact as "shameful."
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