Is it time SQ put showers on their planes - especially long haul?

[bmchris]

I haven't seen it discussed, but in an extremely humid climate like Singapore, I would have thought it beneficial for SQ to have showers on their planes for their F/R customers like Emirates rather than have folks towel themselves off.

Yes, you can shower in the lounges. But sometimes the smelliest of bodies are those that are running for planes and don't have the time to lounge shower. Perhaps this can be a chargeable item - one that would be happily paid for by those sitting near a sweaty body. (That last comment is a joke)

What's the market research say about this benefit?

[Aulia Harun]

I think it's about time for SQ to install showers, on their A388s that is.. since I don't think there is sufficient space to put showers in their other aircraft. I was actually quite surprised when EK were introducing showers and SQ did not have the feature on their A380s.

Also, talk about the great marketing/advertising schemes for new features like this! SQ may have the potential to pull customers who previously fly with EK

[MAN Flyer]

I think it's about time for SQ to install showers, on their A388s that is.. since I don't think there is sufficient space to put showers in their other aircraft. I was actually quite surprised when EK were introducing showers and SQ did not have the feature on their A380s.

Also, talk about the great marketing/advertising schemes for new features like this! SQ may have the potential to pull customers who previously fly with EK

Are you serious ?. You think SQ should put showers on their aircraft, just because EK did and you were surprised ?.

There's been some blinders on here recently, I wonder if some form of Master Thread may be in order....

[KeithMEL]

The EK A380 showers are rather gimmicky IMO. I'd rather have a proper, nice, long shower in the lounge or hotel.

[iainbhx]

The EK A380 showers are rather gimmicky IMO. I'd rather have a proper, nice, long shower in the lounge or hotel.

Precisely, also I wonder what will happen with a passenger in the EK shower and a bit of clear air turbulence.

[Aulia Harun]

Are you serious ?. You think SQ should put showers on their aircraft, just because EK did and you were surprised ?.

Firstly, I was not surprised by the fact that EK has showers on their A380s. Rather, I was surprised about the fact that SQ did not have that feature when they introduced their A380s. Sure SQ should have showers because EK has them, but there are more reasons I think SQ should adopt the idea. As I stated previously, it would be a great way to further market/advertise their airline.

Remember when airlines first introduced PTVs and IFE? It didn't take long until it became a common feature among various airlines. How about AVOD? Today, it's a common sight in many international carriers. What about telephone service on your personal handset remote with a swipe of your credit card? That is also a common sight. Remember when SQ introduced their A380 suites? EK developed a similar concept and just recently, so did TG.

The point I'm trying to make here is that many things will change in the upcoming years. Features like in-flight internet and inflight showers are still at their infancy but I'm positive that they will be a feature among major international carriers within the next 10-30 years or so.

Take it easy MAN Flyer. All I'm doing is just giving my opinion!

There's been some blinders on here recently, I wonder if some form of Master Thread may be in order....

What do you exactly mean? I'm not understanding something here...

[feb01mel]

I am going to pity the cabin crew who will have to do the cleaning after each pax uses the shower.

If that really happens 1 day, the shower will only be available to long haul flights, definitely not HKG....

I will still prefer to shower in the lounge.

As SQ emphasises safety a lot, imagine when the air pocket or turbulence sets in, what if you were showering halfway? I doubt this will come anytime soon, on SQ that is. Safety is of number one importance to them.

[singaporu_kooku]

Rather than the showers, I would rather SQ fix its fundamental issues that have alienate many business travelers. Better, more uniformed lounges, better recognition and benefits of its PPS members, amenities kit for business class, improved meals on short haul sectors, staff training, customer service that really looks after its customers, etc.

[astroboy]

Besides the safety factor, I think one of the main reasons SQ decided against going with the in-flight shower, is the cost of carrying the water. If I'm not mistaken, EK does not have the shower facility in all their A380s?

[FlyBoy]

Rather than the showers, I would rather SQ fix its fundamental issues that have alienate many business travelers. Better, more uniformed lounges, better recognition and benefits of its PPS members, amenities kit for business class, improved meals on short haul sectors, staff training, customer service that really looks after its customers, etc.

Agree

A consistent business product on all routes too!

A lounge area on the A380 would be much better than showers.

Either of these won't happen though!

[craig777]

The shower on the EK A380 is great. It's just as good as taking a real shower on the ground. It is a great way to finish a long haul flight as no matter what class you fly in you still feel dirty after a very long haul trip.

The cubicle is a good size and it even has a seat inside in case of turbulence. The EK shower attendant gives you a safety speech before using it so it is perfectly safe. If it wasn't then EK wouldn't be allowed to use it.

On the matter of suites. Wasn't EK actually the first airline to create a suite onboard with their A340? I don't believe SQ is a market leader in this area. Both are very good though although SQ's bed is more comfortable.

[FlyBoy]

The EK shower attendant gives you a safety speech before using it so it is perfectly safe. If it wasn't then EK wouldn't be allowed to use it.

So how is this cubicle safe during turbulence and possibly clean air turbulence.

A speech from an attendant doesn't mean it's safe

[bmchris]

For safety, I think that there are no rough edges etc. to cut yourself on. It would be similar in risk to walking around the cabin, or sitting on the lav. Perhaps there's no soap given to slip on - just dispensers.

If it were unsafe, don't you think we would have heard of an incident by now?

[craig777]

The SOP for this aircraft is approved by each country's aviation authority to which it flies, some of which are very strict.

The FA giving you a safety demo shows that they have thought about the safety and have this SOP in place. They even tell you where oxygen will fall from should there be a depressurisation.

I don't think SQ have chosen not to have showers because of safety. They either see it as too costly or they just didn't think about it. Remember that SQ's A380 cabin design was before EK's (assuming that EK's was also a secret beforehand - I can't remember).

Either way, I don't think that SQ should get the showers. The cost of R fares are already ridiculously high. We don't need any more cost adding to the product that could lead to price increases.

[Kyo]

Rather than the showers, I would rather SQ fix its fundamental issues that have alienate many business travelers. Better, more uniformed lounges, better recognition and benefits of its PPS members, amenities kit for business class, improved meals on short haul sectors, staff training, customer service that really looks after its customers, etc.

I'm sorry. All those requests cost money.