It was 1954 when the first bubbles appeared in an aircraft cabin. California’s Western Airlines, in partnership with the US winemaker Italian Swiss Colony, introduced a local sparkling wine on board in a bid to draw passengers away from the competition.

Fast forward 70 years and luxury French champagnes are a staple of the premium cabin. But is drinking champagne any different when you are on a plane? As New Year’s Eve approaches, AeroTime investigates.

Airlines are among the biggest purchases of champagne in the world

All over the world, airlines are stepping up their game with luxury wines and champagnes for their most important guests. As the home airline of the Champagne region, Air France curates its champagne selection meticulously, serving up over a million bottles a year to its customers. 

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