SQ to lease B744 from MH

[icn.sg]

In the interest of brand/corporate image and product integrity, does anyone here seriously think that SQ would keep everything on the MH aircrafts intact? Leasing an aircraft does not mean that they have to accept the aircraft as it is. I believe modifications will be made by SQ, especially getting rid of the prayer room and piling in more seats, and ensuring that no MH logos are visible throughout the cabin.

[KeithMEL]

Hmm let's hope I get SQ227 in August on the ex-MH aircraft. I normally avoid 744s in Y because of the cramped cabin but unfortunately schedules are a concern this time. Then again from what I've read so far these aircraft are going to be serving AKL exclusively.

[SQflyergirl]

I disagree with that. I prefer the SpaceBed and Skysuite, although in fairness I have only tried MH's new F once.

I agree Y is better on MH than SQ due to additional legroom.

I disagree with 1/3 of your statement. , for me, MH NSD F over Skysuite, but Spacebed over NSD J.

Y as you describe it.

[MAN Flyer]

And its F and J classes are equipped only recently with very new seats which are better than our 744s too.

I disagree with that. I prefer the SpaceBed and Skysuite, although in fairness I have only tried MH's new F once.

I agree Y is better on MH than SQ due to additional legroom.

[KeithMEL]

Well... The MH's J is actually not bad, it feels brighter and newer.

The MH J seat is essentially identical to TG's and JL's - from the same manufacturer. It has a much steeper incline than the Spacebed when flat, which exacerbates the sliding effect.

[singaporu_kooku]

Well... The MH's J is actually not bad, it feels brighter and newer. As much as I love spacebed, my vote has to go for MH. I never take the first class, but from my quick glance, MH's first seat lack the "luxury" feeling that SQ has...

[KeithMEL]

And its F and J classes are equipped only recently with very new seats which are better than our 744s too.

Can't speak for F - but that's totally not the case in J. The Spacebeds are way nicer IMHO.

[flyguy]

hmmmm wonder why "Singapore_Air" complained about "The MH configuration is stupid and is less densely configured than our own ones". In fact the pax esp the EY will like these 2 ex-MH 744s as the seat pitch for EY is 34" compared to our own SQ 744s at 32". And its F and J classes are equipped only recently with very new seats which are better than our 744s too.

[SQflyergirl]

I also wonder if anyone will write in after flying on one saying 'I paid for an F/J ticket expecting a Skysuite/SpaceBed...'

I think the chaps in F won't complain too much - these are the very very nice NSD seats

[sq_a380]

Yes from what I've been informed, the Singapore flag was already painted and then covered over by the Malaysian flag using a decal. Reason for having the Malaysian flag is that the law requires it as long as any airplane is in Malaysian registry.

Well its supposed to be reregistered after arrival so I think the Malaysia flag will be going

[Singapore_Air]

It's on the right side at door 2

[IanDeYoung]

Also they have a prayer room which takes up space.

A prayer room? I never knew that they have this in their aircraft. Where is it located by the way?

[Singapore_Air]

The MH configuration is stupid and is less densely configured than our own ones.

Also they have a prayer room which takes up space. And there is probably no view for pax seated in 17&18 HK?

But alas, operational needs take precedent. Just a slight pity but at least SIA has another B744.

That Malaysian flag needs to go though and the Birdy needs to be put on the engines.

[WSSS]

That's good to hear.

[RJA]

Oh I am a planespotter, and I'll be sure to get some shots of this rather unique aircraft after I return from HKG.