American Airlines has reportedly joined Southwest Airlines in halting alcohol sales onboard, after a Southwest flight attendant was attacked mid-flight last week.
The Dallas Morning News reported that American Airlines told crew members it will not reintroduce alcohol sales until September 14, when the airline’s mask mandate is set to expire.
Alcoholic beverage service, which was first paused in March 2020 to decrease contact between passengers and flight attendants amid the coronavirus pandemic, was set to restart on Tuesday.
The airline cited a recent spike in “disturbing situations on board aircraft” when announcing the decision to delay the sale of alcoholic beverages.
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