Who do I contact if I have a query?
Initially please check this help section to resolve your query. However if you are unable to find the answer please email
BAA's Media Relations Team.
What images are available?
The library provides a selection of images for each of BAA's seven UK airports. The images cover: terminal exteriors, airfield, check-in and aerials. We also have generic images for: retail, World Duty Free, security, Heathrow Terminal 5 and key BAA Management figures eg Board, Executive Committee members and Airport Managing Directors.
How long will it take for the registration to be completed?
We aim to respond to your request the same day, although registration may take up to three working days to complete. However, if you need to request a fast- track registration, please call
BAA's Media Relations Team on +44 1992 501134. BAA will need to assess your details before providing password and login access.
Will my password change?
No, however you may be asked to change your password from time-to-time.
How am I allowed to use the images?
The images can only be used to accompany articles related to BAA or its operations. When downloading images, you will be asked to input brief details stating how you intend to use the image. The images should not be used for any other purposes and remain copyright of BAA Limited.
Do I have to pay for the images?
No, once your registration has been accepted there is no charge for use of photos.
However, usage is restricted to accompanying BAA-related articles only. Please read our
Terms and Conditions for details.
Who owns the copyright?
The copyright of all images on this library belongs to BAA Limited.
Do I have to declare what I intend to use the images for?
Yes, prior to downloading a high resolution image you will asked to provide basic details of how and where the image will be used.
In what format are the images supplied?
Photos are downloadable as RGB JPEG files printable to A4 at 300 dpi.
What size do your high-res images print to?
The downloadable high-res images will print up to A4 at 300 dpi. The originals were shot on digital so if you need to use them larger they will have to be enlarged using a software such as Photoshop.
What if I can't find the particular image I'm looking for?
The images within this library are supplied free of charge to news media producing articles related to BAA. If BAA's Media Photo Library does not contain an image you are satisfied with further images can be found on
BAA's Aviation Photo Library. Please note: as a commercial library usage rates will apply.
Queries relating to BAA's Media Photo Library can be answered by BAA's Media Library management team on +44 1992 501134.
Once I have downloaded a high-resolution image, can I manipulate or enhance the image to fit my brief?
Enhancements that do not affect the fundamental content of the image are allowed, such as cropping and colour adjustment. However, producing derivative works using an original downloaded image, such as composites breaches our copyright.
Can I download the low-res images for use in compositional design layouts?
No, the low resolution images viewable within the preview section are not of sufficient quality to download for positionals in layouts.
Can I store the images on my system?
No, images cannot be retained. If you wish to access them again, the images are available on BAA's Media Photo Library. Please follow the download procedure to obtain the image.
Do I need to supply a copy of the article that the image is used to illustrate?
Yes; please post to
BAA Media Library, c/o In-Press Photography Ltd, Green Dragon Vaults, Parliament Square, Hertford, Herts. SG14 1PT, UK.
Can I reuse the image?
No, once the image has been used for the relevant article it must be deleted from your system. If you require the image again for a subsequent article, please follow the procedure again outlining the secondary use.
What if I want to use an image for a non-BAA related article?
The images supplied from this library can only be used to accompany BAA-related articles.
Under no circumstances should they be used to illustrate non-BAA-related articles. All images remain copyright of BAA Limited. Please use BAA's commercial library for access to images required for general aviation articles or airlines related articles.
Can I use the photos on our website?
No, the images on this library are for media use in print only to accompany BAA-related articles.
Can I send these images electronically to third parties?
The images should only be transmitted electronically if supplying your print house/design department in relation to the declared use. Images should, under no circumstances, be supplied to third parties for additional use to that declared when originally downloaded.