Helsinki, May 31 (IANS) Nordic carrier Finnair Thursday said it will soon start pilot tests on new service concept on its Helsinki-Manchester flights by providing a host of delicacies such as french fries, pizzas, and Starbucks coffee on board.

“Based on customer feedback and our experience, many of our customers would like to have more freedom of choice on what they eat on these kinds of short flights,” said Maarit Keranen, head, service concept.
“With this trial, we hope to gather information about customer preferences and views on buy on board selection, in order to be able to further develop our service offering.”
The five month trial of the concept – Deli – will takes place from June-October.
According to the airline, the Deli menu will also include other items such as Scandinavian tapas plates with reindeer mousse and smoked elk.