On routes of that length, flight times are often under an hour, leaving little time for snack and drink distribution, especially if there\u2019s turbulence and flight attendants need to stay seated. That means snack and drink service may have to be totally skipped on some flights, and that lack of consistency is why Delta made the change, according to statements it gave to various outlets. \u201cBeginning May 19, Delta is adjusting onboard beverage service to create a more consistent experience across our network,\u201d a spokesperson said. \u201cEven on the small number of flights without beverage service, our crew will continue to be visible, available, and focused on caring for our customers, like they do on every flight.\u201d<\/p>\n
While it seems like a major change, Delta currently doesn\u2019t offer food and drink service to most cabin classes on flights under 250 miles. Delta Air Lines may be the first to officially announce a rule like this, it mirrors what you\u2019ll find on other airlines. American Airlines offers drinks and snacks on flights longer than 250 miles, with \u201cnon-alcoholic drinks available on request\u201d for flights less than 250 miles. United promises \u201cfree soft drinks, juices, tea and fresh brewed illy\u00ae coffee,\u201d as well as alcoholic drinks available for purchase on flights longer than 300 miles. In practice, however, it\u2019s not unusual for services to be cut or shortened, especially on shorter flights like Reno, Nevada, to San Francisco, California (218 miles). <\/p>\n
\nDelta, some service changes pic.twitter.com\/68Ol3Lcc0m<\/a><\/p>\n
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