Timeline for Why do flights serve food at all?
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| Jan 8 at 13:46 | comment | added | FreeMan | Airfares (in the US, at least) were also government regulated until the early- mid-80s. That kept prices in check, but it also kept competition in check... | |
| Jan 7 at 22:49 | comment | added | Barmar | I also think it's due to the legacy of flying being a luxury. Airlines used to compete on features, not prices, because travelers were less price-sensitive. Even in the 70's and 80's, meals almost comparable to today's first-class meals were common in all classes, and they were included in the price. | |
| Jan 6 at 16:25 | history | answered | Willeke♦ | CC BY-SA 4.0 |