Why Is Private Jet Catering Delivered Unheated?

Private jet catering is almost always delivered unheated to preserve food quality and safety across unpredictable flight schedules. Since departure times can shift due to weather, maintenance, or passenger delays, delivering food hot increases the risk of spoilage or overcooking by the time it’s served.

Instead, meals are prepared chilled and stored in aviation-safe packaging, giving the flight crew control over when and how to heat each item. This method ensures optimal freshness, temperature, and presentation at the time of service.

At SkyDine, we work directly with flight attendants and operators to tailor packaging for reheating methods available on board—whether that’s a convection oven, microwave, or induction. We also label all packaging with galley-friendly instructions so meals arrive ready to heat and plate, minimizing prep time in-flight.