The Types Of Food You Should Never Bring On A Plane, According To A Flight Attendant

Exclusives

The Types Of Food You Should Never Bring On A Plane, According To A Flight Attendant By Maria Scinto Aug. 17, 2025 9:00 am EST

Airline food was once the punchline to many a joke, but in-flight meals prepared by airline staff have been improving in recent years. The problem is, you may only get fed if you're flying first class or overseas, leaving economy passengers with a dismal selection of (not so) cheap airline snacks and drinks . Luckily, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) allows you to bring most solid foods in your carry-on luggage. But veteran flight attendant Barbi warns that not all foods are, shall we say, socially acceptable. "Be cognizant of other people around you. The old adage of thinking about how your actions are affecting others i