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1984 newspaper clipping with headline 'Knives out for BA' about predatory pricing allegations against British Airways

A press clipping from June 29, 1984, featuring an article by Mike Swindell about allegations of predatory charter pricing against British Airways in the lead-up to privatization. The article discusses accusations from an MP based on information from a private sector airline boss, likely connected to the ongoing competitive battles involving Laker Airways and other independent carriers during this period of aviation deregulation.

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