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Originally Posted by Jaimito Cartero
(Post 31434426)
Selling glass bottles at the airport. I can’t think of any bad things happening. I hadn't thought about that. Let me rephrase: Do they sell sparkling water (in plastic, apparently, if at all?)? They do sell other beverages, such as Diet Coke, in plastic? Or is it going to only cans (which, er, spill very easily, vs. bottles with caps)? Gc |
Originally Posted by GeezerCouple
(Post 31434456)
Good point.
I hadn't thought about that. Let me rephrase: Do they sell sparkling water (in plastic, apparently, if at all?)? They do sell other beverages, such as Diet Coke, in plastic? Or is it going to only cans (which, er, spill very easily, vs. bottles with caps)? Gc Per ordinance: "Effective August 20, water to be sold in recyclable aluminum, glass or BPI-certified compostable bottles. The policy applies to purified water, mineral water, carbonated or sparkling water, and electrolyte-enhanced water, but does not include flavored beverages such as sodas, teas, or juices." |
On the subject of sparking water/club soda/seltzer, FAs of multiple carriers, including UA, protect them like they are non-rev upgrades. Every time I ask for the remaining portion of the can on board, it's like I am asking for a glass of cognac. Also, no ice =/= add ice into my drink.
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Very supportive of this. Was on a delayed flight tonight (the last day before this becomes effective) and UAL staff offered snacks and bottled water. The United agent begged me to take as many as possible as she said they cannot offer water starting tomorrow and have many in stock. (I don't drink bottled water so didn't take them). I guess this ban extends to airline provided water in the terminal as well.
I hope SFO expands the filling stations for water bottles beyond the few stations now. I think it is very ineffective when something beneficial like this happens and the majority of the impact is to take something away rather than expanding the offering of a positive alternative. |
They are selling aluminum reusable bottles of water now in place of plastic. Which I would guess 90% of them will end up in the trash.
Actually a prime business opportunity for someone; sell aluminum bottles with SFO and the Golden Gate Bridge on it, mark it up even more, and sell it as a souvenir. I also saw cans of LaCroix and glass bottles of mineral water. |
Before I board a tpac or even transcon flight I buy between 2-4 water bottles. Staying properly hydrated on a flight is very important. It is too easy to get dehydrated. im not going to travel with 4 big water bottles they take up too much space. i am all about being green. But airplanes is the one place it makes sense to use single use. |
Originally Posted by jp12687
(Post 31435741)
Before I board a tpac or even transcon flight I buy between 2-4 water bottles. Staying properly hydrated on a flight is very important. It is too easy to get dehydrated. im not going to travel with 4 big water bottles they take up too much space. i am all about being green. But airplanes is the one place it makes sense to use single use. |
How is this UA related???
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Originally Posted by malgudi
(Post 31435916)
How is this UA related???
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Originally Posted by jp12687
(Post 31435741)
Before I board a tpac or even transcon flight I buy between 2-4 water bottles. Staying properly hydrated on a flight is very important. It is too easy to get dehydrated. im not going to travel with 4 big water bottles they take up too much space. i am all about being green. But airplanes is the one place it makes sense to use single use. |
Originally Posted by malgudi
(Post 31435916)
How is this UA related???
Originally Posted by Repooc17
(Post 31434348)
UA related: what about lounges? Will UA no longer stock water bottles at its SFO facilities?
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Originally Posted by returnoftheyeti
(Post 31435669)
They are selling aluminum reusable bottles of water now in place of plastic. Which I would guess 90% of them will end up in the trash.
Actually a prime business opportunity for someone; sell aluminum bottles with SFO and the Golden Gate Bridge on it, mark it up even more, and sell it as a souvenir. I also saw cans of LaCroix and glass bottles of mineral water.
Originally Posted by Repooc17
(Post 31434348)
UA related: what about lounges? Will UA no longer stock water bottles at its SFO facilities?
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Originally Posted by chavala
(Post 31436083)
Did you ever consider bringing just one water bottle and refilling it? Plus, in the EcoSkies of United, I've gotten rude looks from FAs when I ask them to pour water from their big jug into my reusable bottle rather than yet another blue plastic cup. Must rub them the wrong way like asking for the rest of the can of soda. |
Just ask UA for an empty plastic bottle in flight. then when you land at SFO fill it at a station.
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