Question: Bringing food on a domestic flight
Jun 10, 2017, 12:45 pm
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Bringing food on a domestic flight
My wife is flying YYZ - YVR tomorrow and is on a very restrictive diet. Looked at the AC website but couldn't find an answer to the question "Is it OK to bring your own food on a domestic flight?"
I'm aware that food on a trans-border is a no-no, but am wondering if either Security or AC have a problem with it on a domestic transcon.
I'm aware that food on a trans-border is a no-no, but am wondering if either Security or AC have a problem with it on a domestic transcon.
Jun 10, 2017, 12:48 pm
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People bring their own food all the time... Unless a doctor's note explicates medical necessity, the only formal restriction is on fluid (incl. gel-like foods) volume (soups, pudding, yogurt, etc).
And for etiquette reasons, nothing smelly or messy.
And for etiquette reasons, nothing smelly or messy.
Jun 10, 2017, 1:02 pm
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As long as you buy after security, or can pass security, which has the same rules for domestic/trans-border/international, you can take anything you want to eat on board.
Jun 10, 2017, 1:16 pm
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Just be careful to consume it all on board as many countries have strict rules about the importation of food.
Jun 10, 2017, 1:19 pm
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My wife is flying YYZ - YVR tomorrow and is on a very restrictive diet. Looked at the AC website but couldn't find an answer to the question "Is it OK to bring your own food on a domestic flight?"
I'm aware that food on a trans-border is a no-no, but am wondering if either Security or AC have a problem with it on a domestic transcon.
I'm aware that food on a trans-border is a no-no, but am wondering if either Security or AC have a problem with it on a domestic transcon.
Jun 10, 2017, 9:15 pm
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People bring food onboard all the time. Everything you can imagine. Transborder as well.
I know the OP is asking about domestic but TSA just issued an updated list of non acceptable food from security perspective. I believe it's on their website.
I know the OP is asking about domestic but TSA just issued an updated list of non acceptable food from security perspective. I believe it's on their website.
Jun 10, 2017, 9:31 pm
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For TB the issue isn't security, it's CBP. The hassle of having them inspect your meal because someone's in a mood can make it not worth while.
Jun 10, 2017, 9:37 pm
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The only other restriction is alcohol consumer in flight must be purchased on board. For some that may or may not fall into the food category.
Jun 10, 2017, 10:10 pm
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If you want to have JW Blue everytime you fly, you just need to convince the FAs to pour your own bottle for you
Jun 10, 2017, 10:12 pm
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Jun 10, 2017, 10:41 pm
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Jun 10, 2017, 11:08 pm
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My wife is flying YYZ - YVR tomorrow and is on a very restrictive diet. Looked at the AC website but couldn't find an answer to the question "Is it OK to bring your own food on a domestic flight?"
I'm aware that food on a trans-border is a no-no, but am wondering if either Security or AC have a problem with it on a domestic transcon.
I'm aware that food on a trans-border is a no-no, but am wondering if either Security or AC have a problem with it on a domestic transcon.
A couple of other Fters and I routinely make weekend food runs to Vancouver and bring back plastic containers full of food. Usually a dozen or so Japadogs, a couple of K-bowls and occasionally some Fukuoka style ramen from Dabo.
I think only once I was asked about the food, and it wasn't from a security pointo f view, but more of a why you bring so much food back?
So, bring whatever you want. Liquid drinks regardless of the container type on the other hand will not be permitted through security.
Jun 11, 2017, 12:38 am
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I had to check a jar of jam once as it was considered a gel. The check in guy and I had a good laugh about how dangerous blackcurrants could be...
Jun 11, 2017, 1:06 am
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