Why did Southwest stop serving peanuts?

The Dallas-based carrier said that it would be ditching the nuts so that flyers with peanut-related allergies wouldn't have to worry about being exposed to them onboard.



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Because the TSA considers the nut spread a liquid, plane passengers must limit the amount they bring in their carry-ons. Like all other liquids, passengers are limited to 3.4 oz or less of peanut butter in their carry-on bag, but can also put the snack in their checked baggage.

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United is committed to the safety of its customers, including customers with major food allergies. United does not serve pre-packaged peanuts on our flights.

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The Transportation Safety Administration sparked a debate about the viscosity of peanut butter this month when they called it a liquid. Because the TSA considers the nut spread a liquid, plane passengers must limit the amount they bring in their carry-ons.

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In general, airlines will not hire cabin crew members who have severe allergies that could pose a risk to their own health or the health of passengers. For example, an airline would not hire someone with a severe peanut allergy to work on a flight where peanuts are served.

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Foods you can't pack in your carry-on
Think: creamy cheeses, liquid chocolate, liquid coffee, creamy dips and spreads, gravy, honey, hummus, ice cream, jam, jelly, juice, syrup, peanut butter, salad dressing, sauce, salsa, soda, soup and yogurt.

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Jar of peanut butter
Peanut butter may seem like a safe item since it's food, but the TSA considers it a liquid, so you're restricted to anything less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed. You can still bring in jars, but it'll have to be less than the allowed limit.

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