Abstract: A thread feed device comprises at least one thread supply from which thread is taken and supplied to an intermediate store. A first thread feed nozzle is arranged before or after the intermediate store. A resilient thread guide element is arranged after the intermediate store and the first thread feed nozzle, which element the thread enters and leaves at an angle to the thread feed direction of a second thread feed nozzle. The thread feed device reduces stress peaks when the thread is abruptly stopped and is particularly suitable for intermittently feeding threads. Air looms with thread feed devices of this kind have a lower number of weft thread breaks among weft threads with a low braking strength. The spring element, which carries the thread guide element, can be mounted directly on the tube of the first thread nozzle.