British Airways was today continuing to investigate an incident in which two of its passenger jets collided on the ground.

British Airways flew in excess of 100,000 fewer passengers last month as fliers switched to rival airlines amid the threatened strike action.

British Airways today said this week’s threatened industrial action by cabin crew staff was still likely to cost it £80m (€121m) in lost revenues.

British Airways reported lower quarterly profits today as it admitted a series of disruptions had tested “the patience and loyalty” of customers.