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Posted at 9:41 a.m., Thursday, September 6, 2007

American says no to cash during San Francisco test

Advertiser Staff

American Airlines said it will conduct a three-week test aboard flights from San Francisco, including those to Honolulu, in which flight attendants will only accept plastic for payment of headsets, snacks, beer and light meals.

The cashless test will help the airline decide if passengers prefer to pay with credit and debit cards as flight attendants gain feedback.

American began accepting credit and debit cards for onboard purchases last year. Initial customer feedback indicates that plastic payment options are a great way to conserve cash while being able to purchase items available on American Airlines flights.

Snacks available for purchase on flights two hours or longer include: Orange Cranberry Trail Mix from Great Nut Supply Co., Raisin Oatmeal Mega Bite Cookies, Lay's Stax Potato Crisps, and 3 Musketeers for $3 each or Dannon Spring bottled water for $2 each.

In addition to snacks, American also offers fresh light meals on all flights three hours or longer. Choices vary based on destination, but currently include a breakfast bagel sandwich, club croissant sandwich, Italian wrap, turkey and swiss ciabatta, or Asian chicken salad or wrap for $5.