Why opting out of food on the plane can be beneficial for the planet: we explain
Currently, in the United States, the "skip a meal" option is available only to some passengers flying in Delta One's Business Class cabin.
An airline spokesperson told CNN that since the program began last year, about 1,000 to 1,500 meals have been voluntarily skipped each month.
This means that only 0.3% of eligible passengers refuse. But it is a test case of what airlines can do to reduce fuel costs and waste on board.
According to the airlines, the "no meals" option is not just about being environmentally friendly. It's also about personalization.
"We're always looking for ways to improve our customer service and create a more personalized onboard experience," says a Delta spokesperson.
Meals also give airlines the opportunity to collect more customer data and potentially better optimize meal options.
As TravelWise wrote, earlier flight attendants gave advice on what food to choose on board.