Overview
- In interviews with BlazeTV, Sean Duffy said he wants airlines to replace cookies and pretzels with healthier choices, calling the current options "fattening" and "full of butter, sugar and crap."
- He linked the request to a broader civility push during the holiday travel period, urging passengers to dress more respectfully and assist others onboard.
- The comments were presented as a personal preference rather than a rulemaking move, with no specific foods proposed or policy action announced.
- Coverage highlights operational limits on free snack changes, including allergy concerns, limited galley space and the need for long shelf life.
- Dietitians recommend travelers bring protein-rich, shelf-stable snacks and water, citing options like protein bars, jerky, nuts, freeze-dried fruit and chickpeas.