Travelers won’t be able to enjoy cocktails while flying with American Airlines for a little longer.
The Texas-based airline announced Thursday they extended its suspension of domestic main cabin alcohol sales through Jan. 18, CNBC reported.
Recommended Videos
The suspension was previously set to end Sept. 13, aligning with the federal mask mandate’s expiration in public transportation, according to CNBC. However, the TSA also announced Thursday the mask mandate would be extended through Jan. 18.
The ban is an effort to prevent unruly travel behavior on flights, mostly those who refuse to wear masks during travel, CNBC reported.
FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said in a statement to airport officials on Aug. 3 that investigations had shown alcohol often contributes to unsafe behavior and requested airports to work with concessionaires to help avoid additional incidents.
A total of more than $1 million in fines have been given to unruly passengers this year for alleged unruly behavior, according to CNBC.