Singapore Airlines is known for long distance service to different corners of the world. Whether it is the longest flight in the world or service to Europe or Australia Australia, Singapore Airlines has a fleet of long-distance widebody carriers that accompany passengers. But the carrier will soon take delivery of some 11 Boeing 737-800s. Why is this
Exploitation of SilkAir brand by Singapore Airlines
You may have already guessed from the featured / first image why Singapore Airlines (SQ) will take the Boeing 737 into its fleet. The reason is that Singapore Airlines is withdrawing its regional brand, Silkair, into the main ground carrier.
This means that SilkAir’s name and identity will no longer exist – even their website doesn’t already exist, instead redirecting to SQ. In fact, some of the regional carrier’s aircraft will be transferred to Singapore Airlines – i.e. 11 Boeing 737-800s.
“An additional 7 -7-NG aircraft (Singapore Airlines) will continue to join the fleet and give the company more flexibility to navigate the recovery recovery period.” Singapore Airlines by Executive Traveler
Consolidation in early 2021
According to Executive Traveler, Singapore Airlines will begin absorbing the Silk Air Boeing 737 fleet in early 2021. This is exactly what the airline has said so far between January and March 2021.
Executive Traveler’s August report noted that 17 of the 17 Silkair 737-800s will be repainted as SQs. However, data from Planespotters.com shows that only 11 aircraft are expected to be transported. 2020 has been a year of constant change, so it’s not surprising if numbers are in flux.
The big shift is happening for a while, the airline says,
“Some commercial and back-office fee functions have already been consolidated, and while the Covid-19 epidemic has slowed some of our consolidation plans, we will move toward full integration with Silkair’s Singapore Airlines, as announced earlier.” Singapore Airlines by Executive Traveler
In fact, the process has already been going on for two years, as Simple Flying reportedly gave way to the Scout on November 22, 2018. Simple Flying had been working for two years.
Business class upgrade
While most passengers prefer to fly on widebody, Singapore Airlines aims to provide continuous travel experience by installing flat-flat business class seats at a rate of 737 per cent in its fleet. This will definitely be an upgrade from Silkair’s rejoiners. The new seat will be a vantage chair made by Thumpson Arrow.
Singapore Airlines had previously planned to upgrade the Silk Air Boeing 737 to the popular vintage model of the Thampson Aero from all their traditional recliners.
The acclaimed Thompson Vantage full-flat bed offers maximum passenger comfort while maintaining the density of the cabin. Innovative and ultra-efficient design, Vantage is acceptable on all Airbus and Boeing single and twin wing aircraft platforms. -Thompson Arrow
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