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Originally posted by EWR View PostWith so many 787s coming online now, why is SQ staving off the temptation to put them on CHC and IST runs? Do they have other aircraft in mind?
The 787s at this point are being used primarily on routes where more capacity is required without adding an extra flight. I don't think IST fits that category. At one point SQ had been growing the route and using it for connections to European destinations with TK codeshares. The failed coup and various terror incidents have really strained that plan. I know for example, that my travel insurance policy offers no cover in IST. SQ seem very happy using the old 772s on that route for now.
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Originally posted by SQfanatic View PostSo does TPE. But my guess is they want to start off with short haul regionals then later on proceed to the longer flights.
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Originally posted by SilverKrisSRG View PostMade a booking at SQ Travel Fair KIX-SIN-SRG on SQ619 in a hope to catch 787, but when tix issued, I check the KF website only to find that that aircraft will be 388 (Layout 1). Since the tix is on promo, no date changes or reroute is allowed.
Singapore Airlines in this week’s schedule update extended planned Airbus A380 service on Singapore – Osaka Kansai route, set for winter 2018/19 season. The A380 previously scheduled to operate 1 of 2 daily SQ618/619 service from 28OCT18 to 31JAN19, however this is now extended to 30MAR19, the end of winter schedule.
SQ618 SIN0130 – 0845KIX 388 D
SQ622 SIN1405 – 2120KIX 787 D
SQ619 KIX1100 – 1710SIN 388 D
SQ623 KIX2330 – 0540+1SIN 787 D
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Originally posted by PPSFlyer View PostIt was stated somewhere on this forum and on Routes Online that from 28 Oct 2018, 1 of the 2 daily flights will be operated by the A388.
Singapore Airlines in this week’s schedule update extended planned Airbus A380 service on Singapore – Osaka Kansai route, set for winter 2018/19 season. The A380 previously scheduled to operate 1 of 2 daily SQ618/619 service from 28OCT18 to 31JAN19, however this is now extended to 30MAR19, the end of winter schedule.
SQ618 SIN0130 – 0845KIX 388 D
SQ622 SIN1405 – 2120KIX 787 D
SQ619 KIX1100 – 1710SIN 388 D
SQ623 KIX2330 – 0540+1SIN 787 D
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Came up to Bangkok yesterday on SCB in J. Really did not like the seat. Way too cramped, almost claustrophobic and I was glad it was only a 2 hour flight. I was in A but the seat closer to the aisle than the window. I found the high bit sticking up between me and the window troublesome, and the intrusion from the seat in front looked ugly. The side of the pod on my right was far too tight to the seat and for me, the seat just doesnt work. I did not bother with the bed but could see from those who did (on a 2 hour flight!) it would be pretty narrow for me, and I am average height and build for an ang moh. If I were bigger, I am not sure I would get in it! The shoulder harness looked a good idea, if a little awkward at first to secure.
Overall, and as I especially chose this flight so I could try the Dreamliner, I was disappointed by it.
That said, the service was, as usual, very good so full marks on that front.
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Originally posted by Bytor View PostCame up to Bangkok yesterday on SCB in J. Really did not like the seat. Way too cramped, almost claustrophobic and I was glad it was only a 2 hour flight. I was in A but the seat closer to the aisle than the window. I found the high bit sticking up between me and the window troublesome, and the intrusion from the seat in front looked ugly. The side of the pod on my right was far too tight to the seat and for me, the seat just doesnt work. I did not bother with the bed but could see from those who did (on a 2 hour flight!) it would be pretty narrow for me, and I am average height and build for an ang moh. If I were bigger, I am not sure I would get in it! The shoulder harness looked a good idea, if a little awkward at first to secure.
Overall, and as I especially chose this flight so I could try the Dreamliner, I was disappointed by it.
Spoke to a cabin crew and he too was critical of the new seats. Seems some of them have minor difficulties setting up table in the new seats.
The new seats just seem so uncharacteristic of SQ.
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Originally posted by boing View PostSame thoughts here as well. It has an odd design whereby the seat design alternates along the row. I had the pleasure of sitting in one where the side shroud of the pod envelops the seat. And with a size 36 waist line, I found the way to my seat claustrophobic and uncomfortable. My waist brushed against the pod whenever I went in or out.
Spoke to a cabin crew and he too was critical of the new seats. Seems some of them have minor difficulties setting up table in the new seats.
The new seats just seem so uncharacteristic of SQ.
After all, how long would one spend in the momentary position when getting out of the seat into the aisle? If the passenger is obese and/or has an alcohol belly and gets jammed fast then that's his own problem of course.
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Originally posted by tth_ben View PostI am 1.9m and whilst the entrance portion to these seats is definitely narrower than usual, I don't find it claustrophobic. The actual experience when in the seat is perfectly acceptable, much better compared to the A330's terrible angled seats.
After all, how long would one spend in the momentary position when getting out of the seat into the aisle? If the passenger is obese and/or has an alcohol belly and gets jammed fast then that's his own problem of course.
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