Mar 26, 2020, 9:45 pm
Last edit by: UAPremierGuy
As of 9/21:
Flights under 900 miles
Flights over 2,200 miles* / over 4.5 hours
**Some domestic and short-haul international flights will include a fruit and cheese plate instead of tray meal service and will also have snack basket service before landing.
cmd320 notation (unofficial): the 2,200mi + section for F and J is a bit misleading. Domestic flights within the continental US other than premium transcons (JFK-LAX/SFO, MIA-LAX on 77W) do not receive a full meal and instead only see a sandwich/fruit and cheese plate.
fly747first notation (official) MIA LAX on 772 receives full meal and amenities as Flagship Business except for lounge access
Flights under 900 miles
- Water, canned drinks and juice by request only
- No snacks, alcohol or food available in the Main Cabin
- Alcohol available in First by request only
In the Main Cabin – includes Premium Economy and Main Cabin Extra
- Complimentary pretzels or Biscoff cookies and bottled water during boarding*
- No snacks, alcohol or food for purchase
- Water, canned drinks and juice by request only
In First:
- Complimentary fresh snacks on flights departing between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m.*
- Complimentary pretzels or Biscoff cookies and bottled water during boarding*
- Drinks, including alcohol, by request only
- No drinks served before departure
Flights over 2,200 miles* / over 4.5 hours
In the Main Cabin – includes Premium Economy and Main Cabin Extra
- Complimentary pretzels or Biscoff cookies and water, canned drinks or juice during the flight
- No snacks or food for purchase
- No alcohol or meals except on long-haul international flights
In First and Business:
- Complimentary fresh snacks on flights departing between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m.
- Complimentary pretzels or Biscoff cookies and water, canned drinks or juice during the flight
- Meals served on one tray, not in courses**
- No drinks served before departure
- Alcohol will be available
**Some domestic and short-haul international flights will include a fruit and cheese plate instead of tray meal service and will also have snack basket service before landing.
cmd320 notation (unofficial): the 2,200mi + section for F and J is a bit misleading. Domestic flights within the continental US other than premium transcons (JFK-LAX/SFO, MIA-LAX on 77W) do not receive a full meal and instead only see a sandwich/fruit and cheese plate.
fly747first notation (official) MIA LAX on 772 receives full meal and amenities as Flagship Business except for lounge access
Coronavirus Reduced Inflight Food and Beverage Restrictions as of 03/2020 and changes
Oct 5, 2020, 6:42 pm
#1217
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Empire State
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Posts: 461
Just took a survey re a recent flight, and was given the option to opt-in for an upcoming virtual focus group on AA’s meal service offerings. 
If chosen, I’ll report back.
If chosen, I’ll report back.
Oct 5, 2020, 8:02 pm
#1218
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Oct 5, 2020, 8:17 pm
#1219
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Oct 5, 2020, 8:26 pm
#1220
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Oct 6, 2020, 11:13 am
#1221
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: IAH and ORD
Programs: United 1K, Marriott Titanium and LTT
Posts: 163
FWIW, the load in J on my flight was so light that everyone got their first choice - the FA even offered to let me change if I wanted, as there were more than enough of all options loaded.
Also, while the service isn’t back to normal and is all on one tray, I actually appreciated a quick, one-stop dining experience as it allowed me to (attempt to) get more sleep on the way to LHR.
Safe travels and enjoy the 14 day quarantine when you get to London, assuming that’s your final destination 🤪
Oct 8, 2020, 10:31 am
#1222
Join Date: Oct 2020
Location: MW
Programs: AA EXP, Hilton Gold
Posts: 10
First time poster, long time lurker. Just hit Exec Plat for the first time as well. I’m too new to post pics but from today....
ONT-DFW 737-800 830AM in J
Excellent FAs who called each passenger in J by their name. Was given a snack box which was a surprise. Was expecting the now customary cheese or sandwich. Very proactive drink service as well. Have a RJ segment later so will update.
ONT-DFW 737-800 830AM in J
Excellent FAs who called each passenger in J by their name. Was given a snack box which was a surprise. Was expecting the now customary cheese or sandwich. Very proactive drink service as well. Have a RJ segment later so will update.
Oct 8, 2020, 11:13 am
#1223
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Location: Wesley Chapel, FL
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I had the same error trying to reserve a meal ORD-LHR in August. I checked back daily and around 10 days out I was able to reserve. It was noted by the FA when taking orders so it clearly worked.
FWIW, the load in J on my flight was so light that everyone got their first choice - the FA even offered to let me change if I wanted, as there were more than enough of all options loaded.
Also, while the service isn’t back to normal and is all on one tray, I actually appreciated a quick, one-stop dining experience as it allowed me to (attempt to) get more sleep on the way to LHR.
Safe travels and enjoy the 14 day quarantine when you get to London, assuming that’s your final destination 🤪
FWIW, the load in J on my flight was so light that everyone got their first choice - the FA even offered to let me change if I wanted, as there were more than enough of all options loaded.
Also, while the service isn’t back to normal and is all on one tray, I actually appreciated a quick, one-stop dining experience as it allowed me to (attempt to) get more sleep on the way to LHR.
Safe travels and enjoy the 14 day quarantine when you get to London, assuming that’s your final destination 🤪
Oct 8, 2020, 4:57 pm
#1224
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Location: AUS
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Oct 8, 2020, 5:37 pm
#1225
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Oct 9, 2020, 7:38 am
#1226
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I've had plenty a great meals on AA, pre and current covid. Just because the short rib tasted like a shoe doesn't automatically make me diss the entire airline. Today for example, I plan to enjoy a tasty manufactured sandwich from Dallas to Detroit.
Oct 9, 2020, 1:24 pm
#1227
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: ASE
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Posts: 3,357
Oct 9, 2020, 2:45 pm
#1230
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