ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Airline meal

Hi there! I am happy to help explain airline meals like you are five years old.

When you are going on a long flight, it can be tough to be so high up in the sky for so long without any food. That is why airlines offer meals on their flights.

Airline meals are usually served on trays and include things like a main dish, side dish, and a dessert. The main dish is the big portion of food that you eat the most of. It can be a sandwich, pasta, chicken, or fish. The side dish is a smaller item that goes with the main dish, such as a salad, fruit, or bread roll. The dessert is usually a sweet treat like a cookie or piece of cake.

Airline meals also usually come with a drink, such as water or juice. Some flights may even offer alcohol like beer or wine, but that is only for adults over 21 years old.

Now, depending on the airline and the length of the flight, the food options can vary. Some airlines have their own chefs who make the meals on board, while others have pre-made meals that are heated up in the airplane kitchen.

It is also important to note that if you have any special dietary needs, you can usually request a special meal before your flight. For example, if you are a vegetarian, you can ask for a vegetarian meal.

So there you have it! Airline meals are the food you eat on a plane during a long flight. They usually come with a main dish, side dish, dessert, and drink. Remember to ask for a special meal if you have any dietary restrictions.