Is it OK to drink airplane coffee?

But Vance Hilderman, chief technical officer of Afuzion, an aviation development and certification company, said Singer and I shouldn't worry. According to Hilderman, it's “100%” safe to drink tea, coffee and even water straight from the taps on modern airplanes in developed and well-regulated countries.



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The United States' largest airline, American, serves Java City coffee, a smooth blend known for its slow roast. Delta serves the ubiquitous Starbucks' Pike Place (medium roast) and VIA Ready Brew instant coffees, as does Alaska Airlines.

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To be extra safe, the CUNY researchers advised people never to drink water onboard a plane that does not come from a sealed bottle. They also said passengers should not drink coffee or tea brewed on their flight, and that they should even use hand sanitizer instead of washing their hands with onboard water.

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Complimentary drinks and snacks We offer fresh coffee, tea, juice, water and soft drinks, as well as complimentary snacks on flights over 250 miles.

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Drink plenty of water The general rule is to drink little and often. Before you even step on board a plane, you should carry a large bottle of water with you. Sure, you can ask for water from the flight attendants. But, it's more convenient to have your own supply for the duration of your flight.

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