British Airways' new Bridgerton-style safety video features actors in period dress. One safety expert says it's 'excellent' — but it has drawbacks.

Mon, 08/05/2024 - 06:46

A modern airplane captain stands next to a man and a woman who are sat in commercial airplane seats. They are all in Regency-era regal period home, and the man and woman are dressed in an aristocratic style from the same period. — A British Airways captain next to two Regency-era characters.
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British Airways released a new in-flight safety video styled as a British period drama.
Directed by Sharon Maguire, it features over 40 staff and was filmed in grand country houses.
One aviation safety expert called it "excellent," but the fun, comedic approach has drawbacks.

British Airways released its newest in-flight safety video in late July, styled as a classic British period drama, along the lines of "Bridgerton" and "Pride and Prejudice."