The cost of plane meals is generally included in the ticket price.

Historical development:

Early airplane meals were usually western-style, but in recent years, some regional airlines began to provide regional dishes, such as Cathay Pacific, and provided some special Chinese food.

On long-haul routes, there may be more than one plane meal. Because of the time difference, every meal is usually eaten every 5 to 6 hours. Even if it is not meal time, it is possible to provide food such as cups and noodles between meals.

Short-haul routes, such as domestic or international routes within two hours, only serve snacks, snacks or sandwiches and drinks. Some very short-distance routes only provide drinks.

In addition to meals, airlines also provide soft drinks such as soft drinks such as soda, fruit juice and tea, as well as alcoholic drinks such as table wine. Some airlines charge extra for alcoholic drinks.

Extended data

First of all, plane meals

Aircraft meals are meals provided to passengers by civil aviation aircraft during the voyage. The menu of airplane meals is decided by the airlines, and is generally provided by designated catering agencies. It was prepared near the airport and sent directly to the plane. When the plane stabilized in the middle of the flight, the flight attendants put it on the trolley and distributed it to the passengers. Different levels of seats, the dishes, quantity and cost of plane meals are different.

First class and business class airplane meals try to imitate high-class restaurants in food and dining procedures, but they are always different from real restaurants. Economy class airplane meals are similar to fast food. Distribution efficiency, storage capacity and cost are the main considerations, and the taste of food is of course difficult for passengers to have high expectations.

Second, the special meal

If passengers have physical or religious needs, they can generally inform the airlines 24 hours before departure. Special airplane meals include children's meals, low-salt or low-sugar meals for passengers with chronic diseases such as diabetes, vegetarian meals, and special religious requirements such as Jewish or Muslim meals.

Third, cancel the plane meal.

On June 28th, 20 18, it was learned from Tianjin Airlines that from June 28th, 20 18, ordinary economy class passengers of Tianjin Airlines will no longer enjoy free meals.

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