Delta Air Lines is expanding snack and drink service on thousands of flights, but for travelers on hundreds of short routes, the beverage cart is about to disappear entirely.

The changes set to take effect May 19 will mean passengers flying on Delta Main and Delta Comfort will no longer receive food or drinks on flights of 350 miles or less, which are typically trips lasting under an hour, a Delta spokesperson confirmed to FOX Business.

“Delta is adjusting onboard beverage service to create a more consistent experience across our network,” the spokesperson said. “Customers traveling in Delta Comfort and Delta Main on flights 350 miles and above will now receive full beverage and snack service, while shorter flights will no longer offer food and beverage service.”

The spokesperson emphasized that passengers flying first class will continue to receive full service no matter the flight’s distance.

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Delta travelers flying Delta Main and Delta Comfort will no longer receive food or drinks on flights of 350 miles or less starting May 19, a Delta spokesperson confirmed to FOX Business. (iStock)

The airline said about 9% of its daily flights will lose service under the new policy.

At the same time, Delta is expanding full snack and beverage service — including alcoholic drinks and multiple snack options — to more routes. The airline said 14% of its flights will gain upgraded service, part of a broader push to standardize the passenger experience across its network of roughly 5,500 daily flights.

Delta Air Lines Airbus A220-100 aircraft as seen on final approach landing with landing gear down at New York JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport on Nov., 14, 2019, in New York. (Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

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The cuts will primarily affect routes that previously offered only limited “express service,” such as water, coffee and a small snack selection. Some shorter flights already had no service, including routes like Atlanta to Charlotte or Nashville.

Planes belonging to Delta Air Lines sit idle at Kansas City International Airport on April 03, 2020, in Kansas City, Missouri. (Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Even on flights without snacks or drinks, Delta said crews will remain focused on customer service.

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“Our crew will continue to be visible, available and focused on caring for our customers,” the spokesperson said.

The move comes as airlines continue adjusting onboard offerings in response to operational efficiency and passenger expectations.

Bristol firm specialises in complex work for renewable energy and storage sectors

A Bristol high-voltage power specialist has been acquired by Cheshire engineering group RSK as it looks to grow its integrated services in the renewable energy and energy storage sectors.

HV Energy Systems (HVES) delivers high-voltage grid connection infrastructure projects across the UK, focusing on technically complex high voltage (33kV – 132kV) and extra high voltage (up to 400kV) connections. Its clients include leading UK renewable energy developers and engineering, procurement and construction businesses.

Its 24-strong team specialises in building modularised and containerised substation solutions, so key project elements can be built and tested off-site to help speed up construction projects.

HVES managing director Craig Steven and technical director Louis Wright founded the business and will continue to lead it. In a joint statement, they said: “We are excited to be joining RSK Group. This partnership will strengthen the service and support we deliver to clients, backed by increased scale and access to a wider network. For clients and colleagues, it is business as usual: you will continue to work with the same team and receive the same level of service, underpinned by the trusted relationships we have built.”

RSK Group chief executive officer Alan Ryder said: “The highly skilled HVES team will add significant value to RSK’s energy transition services and we are very pleased to have them join the group and work alongside some outstanding multidisciplinary colleagues on a range of important energy projects.

“HVES’s capability is particularly valued by renewable energy developers, for whom grid connection is both technically complex and schedule-critical. Delays to energisation can materially affect projects, increasing the importance of delivery certainty and proven technical capability. This makes the HVES team a crucial element in the success of projects that contribute greatly to UK energy security.”

HV Energy Systems was advised by FRP Advisory (corporate finance) and Osborne Clarke (legal).

In 2024, RSK acquired Kendall Kingscott, which has offices in Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff, St Austell, Ringwood and Teddington, and employs more than 200 staff.

Justine Clowes succeeds Jeremy Orrell at practice with four regional offices

Law firm SAS Daniels has named a new managing partner as part of a “significant transition in its senior leadership team”.

Justine Clowes, deputy CEO and joint head of the Macclesfield office, has succeeded Jeremy Orrell as managing partner at the firm. Meanwhile Nigel Read, head of property and joint head of the Macclesfield office, becomes senior partner.

Mr Orrell, who left the practice on April 30, qualified as a solicitor in 1983 and joined SAS Daniels in 2009. He has led the business since 2017 and has overseen growth across the practice as well as capital investments across its offices in Stockport, Chester, Macclesfield and Congleton. As a corporate lawyer, he has worked on more than 1,000 deals.

Justine Clowes said: “I am delighted to step into the role of managing partner at such an exciting time for our firm. Having worked closely with Jeremy and our talented team for many years, I am committed to building upon our strong foundations of legal excellence and client-focused service. I look forward to leading SAS Daniels into its next chapter of growth and innovation across the North West, as we look to recruit into all our legal departments and grow each of our offices.”

Well-known lawyer Kaye Whitby, partner and head of the SAS Daniels Chester office, is also leaving the firm.

Ms Clowes said: “On behalf of the entire team, I want to express our deepest gratitude to Jeremy and Kaye for their incredible commitment and many years of service. Jeremy’s leadership has been instrumental in our growth. We wish both Kaye and Jeremy the very best for the future.”

Her predecessor Mr Orrell said: “It has been a privilege to lead SAS Daniels and witness our collective growth over the years. I am incredibly proud of the legacy we’ve built and the exceptional talent within our firm. I wish the new board and wider team every future success.”

Three long-standing senior team members at SAS Daniels have been promoted to equity partners: Helen Kelly, partner, head of private client, and joint head of the Stockport office; Steven Percy, partner and head of commercial property; and Paul Tyrer, partner and joint head of the Congleton office. Mr Tyrer will also become head of corporate, a position previously held by Mr Orrell.

SAS Daniels now has 22 partners and a 120-strong specialist team.

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