Readers' Travel Tips
We just took a trip on Delta. I just wanted to let everyone know they still serve peanuts. They were selling them, and not too many people were buying them, but still, it’s a good idea to wipe down the seats and tray or fly another airline.
We had a positive experience flying with American. When we booked our flight, they made note of the peanut allergy, and when we arrived at the gate, the attendants were already aware of our need to pre-board.
We have two young children with food allergies. We recently had a good trip flying Jet Blue from Boston to San Francisco.
Always remind the crew upon arrival that you are flying with a severe food allergy. Sometimes, particularly if one is taking a connecting flight, word may not get through. And, if necessary, the crew can make the last minute changes in snacks or seating.
Bring a note from the allergist explaining your child’s need to carry an Epipen.
Pack your own food. Make sure it’s a food you’ve eaten before. Pack extra, just in case of delays!
Bring a blanket that you can drape over the entire airline seat. And bring a travel size package of wipes to wipe down the arm rests and food tray.
FAAN has good tips for flying: www.foodallergy.org/Advocacy/airlines.html.
Allergy Free Delites will ship customized meals to hotels across the U.S. and Canada. Contact them at www.allergyfreedelites.com.
We had a positive experience flying with American. When we booked our flight, they made note of the peanut allergy, and when we arrived at the gate, the attendants were already aware of our need to pre-board.
We have two young children with food allergies. We recently had a good trip flying Jet Blue from Boston to San Francisco.
Always remind the crew upon arrival that you are flying with a severe food allergy. Sometimes, particularly if one is taking a connecting flight, word may not get through. And, if necessary, the crew can make the last minute changes in snacks or seating.
Bring a note from the allergist explaining your child’s need to carry an Epipen.
Pack your own food. Make sure it’s a food you’ve eaten before. Pack extra, just in case of delays!
Bring a blanket that you can drape over the entire airline seat. And bring a travel size package of wipes to wipe down the arm rests and food tray.
FAAN has good tips for flying: www.foodallergy.org/Advocacy/airlines.html.
Allergy Free Delites will ship customized meals to hotels across the U.S. and Canada. Contact them at www.allergyfreedelites.com.
Airlines
From Living Without (Winter 2005, p.25)
Although results aren’t consistent across the airline industry or for any particular airline, it doesn’t hurt to call ahead and make special dietary requests. Call the airline directly, or if you’re working with a travel agent, have them make the request for you. Just be prepared and bring your own food, particularly on international flights.
American Airlines
• Order your special meal, including gluten-free, ahead by calling 800-433-7300 or visit aa.com and click on Travel Information.
• American has removed peanuts from all domestic flights but makes no guarantee of safety.
• The airline will pre-board severly allergic clients so that they may wipe down tray tables and seats.
• American recommends that customers bring a blanket to entirely cover their airline seat.
United Airlines
• Make your special meal request with a United travel agent up to 24 hours prior to departure. Call 800-864-8331.
• Special religious and dietary meals are not available on North American flights under 758 miles or on Buy On Board flights, but they are available on all international flights.
• United does not serve peanuts on any flights but makes no guarantee of safety. The airline will pre-board severly allergic clients so that they may wipe down tray tables and arm rests.
• United recommends you bring a blanket from home that will entirely cover your airline seat.
Continental Airlines
• Contact Continental.com or call Continental reservations at 800-523-3272.
• Continental does not have designated peanut-free flights.
• Special meals, including gluten-free, are available only in select markets.
Delta Airlines
• When contacted, Delta spokesperson Anthony Black said he was “too busy” to answer questions relating to special dietary needs. Try your luck at 800-221-1212.
US Airways
Contact US Airways by calling 800-428-4322.
• USAir does not offer gluten-free meals or peanut-free flights.
Although results aren’t consistent across the airline industry or for any particular airline, it doesn’t hurt to call ahead and make special dietary requests. Call the airline directly, or if you’re working with a travel agent, have them make the request for you. Just be prepared and bring your own food, particularly on international flights.
American Airlines
• Order your special meal, including gluten-free, ahead by calling 800-433-7300 or visit aa.com and click on Travel Information.
• American has removed peanuts from all domestic flights but makes no guarantee of safety.
• The airline will pre-board severly allergic clients so that they may wipe down tray tables and seats.
• American recommends that customers bring a blanket to entirely cover their airline seat.
United Airlines
• Make your special meal request with a United travel agent up to 24 hours prior to departure. Call 800-864-8331.
• Special religious and dietary meals are not available on North American flights under 758 miles or on Buy On Board flights, but they are available on all international flights.
• United does not serve peanuts on any flights but makes no guarantee of safety. The airline will pre-board severly allergic clients so that they may wipe down tray tables and arm rests.
• United recommends you bring a blanket from home that will entirely cover your airline seat.
Continental Airlines
• Contact Continental.com or call Continental reservations at 800-523-3272.
• Continental does not have designated peanut-free flights.
• Special meals, including gluten-free, are available only in select markets.
Delta Airlines
• When contacted, Delta spokesperson Anthony Black said he was “too busy” to answer questions relating to special dietary needs. Try your luck at 800-221-1212.
US Airways
Contact US Airways by calling 800-428-4322.
• USAir does not offer gluten-free meals or peanut-free flights.
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BROOKLINE FAMILIES with FOOD ALLERGIES
BroFFA.ORG is not a professional organization and does not constitute medical and/or legal advice.
If you have medical issues or questions, speak with a qualified personal physician.
