India’s airline catering industry is served by several major players. Leading in-flight caterers include Ambassador’s Sky Chef, TajSATS, Gate Group and Oberoi Flight Services. These companies supply fresh meals to domestic and international carriers, customizing menus from local curries to international cuisine. Food safety is a top priority: the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in 2024 mandated that airlines and caterers “strictly comply with food safety regulations” including transparent labeling and staff training.
Continuum Aviation’s flight catering services in India complement these standards. We offer tailored catering solutions for private and charter flights, ensuring gourmet quality and hygienic handling. Menus can be customized for VIP tastes or dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, kosher/Halal). Our chefs source high-quality ingredients from approved vendors and prepare meals in certified kitchens. Before flights, meals are taste-tested, properly portioned and sealed in airworthy containers. When delivering to the aircraft, Continuum staff coordinates with airport ground crews so that loads occur just before departure, keeping food fresh. By aligning with ICAO and FSSAI guidelines, Continuum guarantees that every in-flight meal served is safe, delicious, and on schedule.
Major caterers include TajSATS (Mumbai), LS (food service) by Indian Oil (various airports), Ambassador’s SkyChef (Mumbai/Pune), Gate Group (GMR airports), and Oberoi FS (premium in-flight meals). Each serves major airlines across India.
For scheduled flights, airlines source from these caterers. Continuum provides catering only for private/charter flights. You must submit a menu request 24–48 hours before departure, specifying meal types and quantities.
All caterers comply with FSSAI and DGCA standards for food safety. Ingredients meet BIS and international specs, and kitchens have HACCP or equivalent certification. Continuum’s catering meets or exceeds these standards with third-party audits.
Yes. We accommodate dietary restrictions (gluten-free, low-sodium, etc.) and preference (local cuisine, Western menu). Chef can replicate airline-style special meals (child, diabetic, etc.).
Typically just before pushback to ensure freshness. For example, at Mumbai or Delhi, catering trucks load up to 30 minutes pre-departure. Continuum schedules our meals similarly.
Aircraft catering units include chillers/freezers. Continuum ensures sensitive items (like dairy or seafood) are kept cold during transfer. All meals are within safe temperature ranges during loading.
We use biodegradable packaging where possible. Uneaten meals are returned to caterers for disposal. For sharps or special waste, we follow airport biohazard rules.
According to market research, the top players are Ambassador’s Sky Chef, Gate Group, Oberoi FS, Skygourmet, TajSATS and others. These companies are leading suppliers nationwide.
Continuum implements a rigorous checklist (taste, temperature, hygiene). We can provide photos and descriptions of meals before loading, on request. If anything is off, replacements can be arranged.
Most ground operations software list catering as a service, but for charters you must confirm it separately. Continuum confirms with airports that catering has arrived before departure time.
Continuum has warming ovens on some flights, or we reheat on demand if possible. Perishable meals can be replaced if delays exceed about 2 hours.
By default in India, meals are 100% vegetarian (due to religious reasons), but for charters we can provide non-veg items (chicken, fish) as requested. We label them clearly for customs and security.
Yes, we can supply snacks, tea/coffee service, and lounge catering too. Continuum offers full hospitality, from cupcakes to snack baskets for crew lounges.
At least 24 hours for simple requests, 48–72 hours for complex custom menus. Special occasions (festivals, large parties) may require more notice.
We accept wire transfer or credit card. Payment is typically due immediately for ad-hoc charters; corporate clients may arrange monthly billing.
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