Want a drink in the sky? Many airlines have put restrictions on alcohol sales due to the pandemic.
Here's what the major U.S. airlines have implemented.
It has become more difficult for travelers to get an alcoholic beverage in the sky.
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Major U.S. airlines have temporarily suspended or limited alcoholic drink sales in order to limit human contact onboard aircraft due to the coronavirus pandemic.
“We’re paring down to essential onboard food and beverage options in an effort to reduce physical touch points between customers and employees,” wrote Delta Air Lines on its website.
Delta is not serving alcohol on domestic flights or flights to Mexico, Canada, the Caribbean, and Central America, according to its website. However, the carrier is offering a “full selection of beverage offerings, including beer, spirits and a limited selection of wine” on all other international flights.
JetBlue, Logan International Airport‘s largest carrier, has suspended buy-onboard products such as beer, wine, and liquor, as well as pillows, blankets, and earbuds. However, those flying Mint, JetBlue’s version of first class, can receive a limited selection of alcohol that includes red and white wine and beer, served in single-use cups rather than glassware.
American Airlines is not serving alcohol in main cabins. However, alcoholic beverages are available upon request in first class and also on long-haul international flights, according to the airline’s website.
United Airlines “will no longer serve ice, coffee and tea service, and poured alcohol,” the airline wrote on its website. However, passengers in premium cabins have access to beer and individual wines.
Southwest temporarily suspended snack and beverage service, but began serving cans of water and a snack mix on flights over 250 miles on May 22.
“Our desire to continue providing Southwest Hospitality is as strong as ever, and our entire Team truly appreciates your understanding of the difficult decisions we need to make during these uncharted times,” wrote Southwest on its website.
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