Shake Shack fans may soon have a new favorite airline, with Delta Air Lines serving the restaurant chain's burgers on flights out of Boston starting in December.
The partnership will begin Dec. 1 and will only be available on flights out of Boston. delta Said It plans to serve Shake Shack burgers on additional flights in other US markets by 2025.
However, there's a catch: The meal is only available to customers seated in first class and on routes longer than 900 miles.
First class passengers can pre-select a Shake Shack cheeseburger for their meal option, the airline said. Shake Shack's full menu will not be available in the sky. Customers can choose their entrees through Delta's app or its website starting seven days before the flight and ending 24 hours before takeoff.
“The delicious cheeseburger is an iconic comfort food – our customers know that's why the burger is one of the top-ordered menu items we offer, and we're thrilled to expand this offering with Shake Shack, ” Stephanie Lester, Delta's managing director of onboard services, said in a statement.
The deal represents an expansion of Delta's long-standing partnership with Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) and Shake Shack founder Danny Meyer.
What's in the burger?
Shake Shack Cheeseburgers feature a 100% Angus beef patty, topped with cheese and served on a toasted potato bun.
Customers can also select toppings including tomato, lettuce and Shake Sauce to create a signature ShakeBurger on the menu at Shake Shack locations nationwide. The meal also comes with chips, Caesar salad and a dark chocolate brownie.
In recent years, airlines have worked hard to improve the reputation of airplane food. They have announced partnerships with gourmet food vendors and top restaurants to differentiate themselves and entice customers to join them.