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Product introduction

This service is a value-added service offered by Air China for passengers who have special dietary needs for religious, medical and/or other reasons.

 

Meal introduction

Child meal

Child meal(CHML)

This meal   contains children's favorite foods. Not too salty or too sweet.

Baby meal(BBML)

This meal   contains meat, vegetables or fruits. It may be soft textured, minced meat,   vegetable puree and dessert.

Religious   meal

Hindu meal(HNML)

This meal does   not include beef or pork. It may include lamb, poultry, other meats, fish, or   dairy products. This special meal is prepared for the small number of Indian passengers   who are allowed to eat meat or fish.

Kosher   meal(KSML)

All foods are   prepared and served according to Jewish dietary requirements and are   purchased from reputable manufacturers.(Note:Reservation must be made 48   hours in advance.)

Moslem   meal(MOML)

This meal does   not contain pork, bacon, ham, animal gelatin, animal fats alcohol, non-scaled   fish, eel or turtle. All poultry and meats used are slaughtered ad cooked

according to   Halal tradition.

Vegetarian Jain   meal(VJML)

This meal is   intended for members of the Jain community as well as those who are purely   vegetarians. It is prepared using Asian methods. It contains no root   vegetables such as onions, ginger, garlic, or carrots, and contains no animal   products and by-products.

Health meal

Bland meal(BLML)

This meal   includes low fat and low fiber foods. It does not include fried foods, black   pepper, strong vegetables and condiments, mustard, pickles, garlic, nuts, and   drinks containing caffeine or alcohol. It is suitable for passengers who   suffer from stomach or intestinal problems.

Low-sugar   meals(DBML)

Dishes are   low-sugar foods suitable for diabetics and passengers on a low-sugar diet.

Fruit platter   meal(FPML)

This meal   contains only fruits, including fresh fruit. Fruit compote and fruit   desserts.

Gluten   intolerant meal(GFML)

This meal is   prepared for passengers who are allergic or intolerant to gluten (gluten is a   protein contained in wheat barley,oats,and rye).Breads,sauces,custards, cakes   ,chocolates,crackers,cereals, and related products are strictly excluded.

Low calorie   meal(LCML)

This meal   contains lean meat, low-fat dairy products and high-fiber foods.Sugars,   creams, sauces, mayonnaise and fatty foods, are excluded.

Seafood   meal(SFML)

This meal is   specially designed for passengers who enjoy seafood, and includes one or more   kinds of seafood. It does not contain any meat products.

Low fat meal/Low   cholesterol diet(LFML)

This meal is   intended for passengers who need to reduce their fat intake. It does not   contain fried foods, fatty meats,dairy products, processed foods, gravy,   offal, shellfish, egg yolks, or baked goods.

Low salt   meal(LSML)

This meal   contains low levels of sodium. It is prepared for passengers suffering from   hypertension, urinary retention and nephropathy.It does not contain or   include salt, garlic salt, glut amine, soda, pickles, canned meat and   fish,creams,cheeses,shellfish, mashed potatoes, gravy, chicken powder, bread,   and canned vegetables.

Low lactose   meal(NLML)

The meal does   not contain any lactose, dairy or related products like cheese, dairy,   yogurt, butter, artificial meat products,cake,cookies, cream desserts,   pudding, mashed

potatoes,   toffee, and chocolate.

Vegetarian raw   meal(RVML)

This meal   contains raw fruits and vegetables and does not contain any animal protein.

Vegetarian   meal

Vegetarian   Asian( Hindu)(AVML)

This meal is   usually ordered by passengers from the Asian Sub-Continent. It generally   includes vegetables produced in Asia and does not contain meat or seafood.

Vegetarian vegan   meal(VGML)

Also known as Vegan meal, this meal is totally free from animal   products or by-products or by-products. It does not include meat, fish, dairy   products, eggs, cheese, and related products,or margarine.

Vegetarian   lacto-ovo meal(VLML)

This meal does   not contain any meat, seafood, or related products, but it may contain   butter, cheese, milk and eggs

Vegetarian   oriental meal(VOML)

This meal is   prepared in Chinese or oriental style. It contains no meat, fish, game, dairy   products, or any underground root vegetable, such as ginger, garlic, onion,   green onions, etc.

Booking description

Eligibility for requests: Air China-operated flights.

Request time limit:

Kosher meal: Must be requested at least 48hours (inclusive) prior to the flight's expected departure time.

Other special meal requirements: Must be requested at least 24 hours (inclusive) prior to the scheduled departure time.

Special routes:

Kosher and seafood meals are not offered on any domestic flights operated by Air China, or on any domestic flight segments of international and regional flights.

Change requests:

If you have booked a special meal and need to make changes to your request, you should do so within 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time (and at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure time for Kosher meals)otherwise we will not be able to accommodate the changes to your request.

If you have booked a special meal and need to make changes to your request, please cal the Air China hotline on 95583. Changes must be made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time (and at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure time for kosher meals).

Other provisions:

Due to differing capacities from the catering company, fulfillment of your special request is subject to system approval.

In case of changes to your flight (including but not limited to: flight cancellations, date changes class upgrades, endorsements) or any other special circumstances, please contact the Air China hotline on 95583 to re-book your special meal request. Your request will be answered by a member of staff.

Once a special meal reservation is made, we will no longer be able to provide you with the regular meal service.

Passengers traveling with infants: If you have any additional special meal requirements, you may call the Air China hotline on 95583 and let us know about your child's special requirements.

For more information, please contact the Air China hotline on: 95583.