Originally Posted by
GBadger
What would be really cool is if the iPad could be connected to another one in the galley so that drink orders could instantly be read there and prepared while the orders were being taken! That would speed things up (no more running back and forth), and would allow the FA taking orders to spend a bit more time making small talk with those pax interested in doing so! Seems like it should be possible using bluetooth, or possibly even the in-flight wifi.
Certainly WiFi, however Bluetooth devices are not allowed to be used in-flight. This could also speed up the meal service as everyone can be asked which choice they prefer and then just deliver it instead of asking and stopping on each isle. Using the IFE systems could be a possibility as well.
If flight attendants spend less time being waiters/waitresses, more time could be spent on more important tasks or being in their seats to avoid injury due to turbulence, in clear air or not.