SQ to launch SIN-JFK flights Nov9

[Not You]

It sure is intriguing indeed, however, given the current Covid situation, there is a belief that the SQ is probably not expected very high load - read it somewhere (sorry I can't recall source) that SQ is expecting less than 50 pax on the flight. With a light pax load expected, plus perhaps "some" cargo, the plane could perhaps make the journey. However, it will definitely be interesting to see the block time for JFK-SIN return especially in northern winter where the flight time could well exceed 18+ hours...

Block time for SIN-JFK leg is 18hrs 5mins, JFK-SIN is 18hrs 40mins.

[SQ002]

Block time for SIN-JFK leg is 18hrs 5mins, JFK-SIN is 18hrs 40mins.

Will cabin crews get rest in between? This long flight looks very exhausting for both passengers and the crews.

[reddevil0728]

Will cabin crews get rest in between? This long flight looks very exhausting for both passengers and the crews.

I don’t see why not? Same as other flights of similar length

[yuuka_miya]

Well this is the USA, SIA may have to be extra careful if crew leave the airport or even the plane. Things aren't over there yet.

[flyguy]

I don’t see why not? Same as other flights of similar length

There will be 2 sets of tech crew, and the cabin crew will take turns for rest.

[SilverKrisSRG]

I checked Expert Flyer, SQ24 will have J class row 11-22, PY class row 31-33, plus economy class, so it is definetely using 350LH, instead of A350ULR (9V-SGA-SGG)

[reddevil0728]

I checked Expert Flyer, SQ24 will have J class row 11-22, PY class row 31-33, plus economy class, so it is definetely using 350LH, instead of A350ULR (9V-SGA-SGG)

thought it's already quite clear from their press release?

[Triniflyer]

Was anyone able to book any flights for this route? Btw jfk not an approved outbound city for transit destinations

[Triniflyer]

Jfk added to approved outbound route

[Jumbojet Lover]

I looked up a few dates to fly JFK-SIN return and I was not able to select Economy, so it may not even be available for booking.

Not sure when it was opened for booking, but Economy Class is available and bookable now.

[MAN Flyer]

Looking forward to the TR from the inaugural.

[MainlyMiles]

9V-SJA operating the inaugural SIN-JFK tonight.

[9V-JKL]

Load tonight seems like 3J, 0S, 1Y

[sbs2716g]

Load tonight seems like 3J, 0S, 1Y

How many FA are there ?

[flyguy]

Load tonight seems like 3J, 0S, 1Y

That is a very low low figure and even if taking in the average number of pax for its SIN-LAX figure of 35 passengers, would it really make financial sense to operate this SIN-NYC flight for 18 hours plus, using its more expensive hedged fuel even with its limited cargo. It would be more of a publicity and PR exercise to have this flight.