A350 Deliveries and Routes

[Trent1000]

I’m just counting...

27x 77W
20 x 77X
49 x 78J
67 x 350
20 x 380

That’s...183 aircraft in the future fleet, assuming no retirements of any of the above type when all are delivered. Highly doubt SQ will ever need such a large fleet. Either the 77Ws will be replaced by 777-900s or later A350 deliveries will replace the older A350s.

I know people don't agree but I think the A350s will replace the 77W as they have a similar number of seats. The larger 777-9 will probably replace the A380. Although it is smaller there isn't anything to replace it like for like.

I think both of you have a point with the 77W. The oldest (9V-SWA) is almost 12 years. Actually the oldest A380 (9V-SKF) in fleet is also more than 10 years now. Deducting them from the fleet will bring the fleet size to 136. Either that or some of the A350 and/or 787-10 is meant for Scoot or Vistara.

[FN-GM]

I know people don't agree but I think the A350s will replace the 77W as they have a similar number of seats. The larger 777-9 will probably replace the A380. Although it is smaller there isn't anything to replace it like for like.

[ell3]

I’m just counting...

27x 77W
20 x 77X
49 x 78J
67 x 350
20 x 380

That’s...183 aircraft in the future fleet, assuming no retirements of any of the above type when all are delivered. Highly doubt SQ will ever need such a large fleet. Either the 77Ws will be replaced by 777-900s or later A350 deliveries will replace the older A350s.

[FN-GM]

Thanks Kevin! Things seem to be picking up, and very quickly too. With 21 long range A350 + 7 A350ULR, I wonder if the rest of the 39 aircraft will be in regional configuration. If so, it will be a massive 88 aircraft in regional configuration, counting the 49 B787-10.

I can't see them all being regional, there will simply be too many in that configuration.

[Trent1000]

Thanks Kevin! Things seem to be picking up, and very quickly too. With 21 long range A350 + 7 A350ULR, I wonder if the rest of the 39 aircraft will be in regional configuration. If so, it will be a massive 88 aircraft in regional configuration, counting the 49 B787-10.

[SQKevin]

SQ's 2nd A350-900 Regional (Msn263, F-WZFV) is now fully assembled and being moved to its next station in the FAL.

[SQKevin]

9V-SGA has been moved to the Delivery Centre. Delivery could take place in the next 2 weeks.

[SQ957]

A few comments about this post: While you mention their IFE is going to be from Thales, the dropbox link indicates the seats look pretty much like what you get on the 787-10 and the new A380N.

The seats DO look like the ones found on the 787-10 and the new A380. Only the IFE screen differs.

[sbs2716g]

A few comments about this post: While you mention their IFE is going to be from Thales, the dropbox link indicates the seats look pretty much like what you get on the 787-10 and the new A380N.

Glad to hear there will be Wifi for regional customers aboard the A350 regional. However, little did I know it was going to be by Sita OnAir. It's likely the same as the one you get no the new A380's (Source is likely a few videos and posts) and a few older 77W.

Will the 359ULR have Panasonic or SITA OnAir?

So what is the point of this post? Just for the sake of posting ?
The IFE n the seats are clearly indicated in the press release.
WiFi is also stated clearly is from SitaOnAir.

So basically you are quoting a long post to repeat some points n ultimately you just want to know what is the WiFi on ULR?

[SQfanatic]

Here’s the official announcement:

SIA To Debut New A350-900 Medium Haul Aircraft On Singapore-Adelaide Route

06 September 2018 - Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced Adelaide as the launch destination for its new Airbus A350-900 medium haul aircraft. Slated to commence daily operations on 17 December 2018, the new A350-900 will operate as SQ279 from Singapore to Adelaide, and return as SQ278, from Adelaide to Singapore, subject to regulatory approval.

The new A350-900 medium-haul aircraft will be fitted with 303 seats across two classes, with 40 seats in Business Class and 263 seats in Economy Class. Equipped with the Airline’s recently launched new regional Business Class and Economy Class cabin products, the Business Class cabin boasts a 1-2-1 seat arrangement, providing every customer with direct aisle access, while the Economy Class cabin will be arranged in a 3-3-3 configuration.

The A350-900 will be fitted with the latest Thales AVANT inflight entertainment system. Designed with a new user interface that offers a more intuitive user experience and navigation options, customers will be able to enjoy Singapore Airlines’ myKrisWorld personalised in-flight entertainment (IFE) now with even greater control.

Customers will receive content recommendations based on their preferences and viewing history, while KrisFlyer members can continue to bookmark and resume content, as well as customise and save preferences and playlists for their subsequent flights. KrisFlyer members and Business Class customers will also have access to additional in-flight entertainment content choices.

Complementing this experience, customers can select their choice of playlists from the SingaporeAir mobile app prior to the flight, and transfer these selections to myKrisWorld by pairing their personal electronic devices with the onboard system via Near-Field Communication (NFC).

Furthermore, customers will have access to high-speed in-flight WiFi service onboard the new A350-900. The aircraft will be equipped with Inmarsat GX Aviation’s broadband connectivity system, offered through SITAONAIR.

Following Adelaide, the A350-900 medium haul aircraft will also be deployed to Brisbane next year, subject to regulatory approval.


New Business Class

The new medium-haul Business Class seats have been manufactured by Stelia Aerospace and are arranged in a forward-facing 1-2-1 staggered configuration to provide every customer direct aisle access. With each seat able to recline directly into a 76” fully-flat bed, Business Class customers can rest in more comfort, even on the shortest flights. Each seat measures up to 26” in width with retractable armrests that can be raised and lowered.

Whether travelling alone or with a partner, adjustable dividers at the centre seats provide for a customised level of privacy to suit individual preferences.

Customers can also look forward to other features to enhance their travelling experience, such as ample stowage space for personal items, a business panel with in-seat power supply and USB ports, an integrated reading light unit with adjustable lighting intensity and a personal 17” full high-definition touchscreen monitor.


New Economy Class

The new Economy Class seat has been designed and built by RECARO and also offers customers an enhanced in-flight experience.

Arranged in a 3-3-3 configuration, each of the 263 Economy Class seats has an ergonomically-designed contour backrest that provides greater comfort, and a six-way adjustable headrest with foldable wings to provide more neck support.

Economy Class customers can also enjoy an enhanced entertainment experience on their personal 11.6” full high-definition touchscreen monitor, as they browse from the selection of more than 1,000 movies, TV shows, audio programmes and games on myKrisWorld.

Other features that Economy Class customers can look forward to include personal storage space for small personal items, a coat hook, USB port and in-seat power supply.
The A350-900 features higher ceilings, larger windows, an extra wide body delivering more space and comfort as well as lighting designed to reduce jetlag.

Singapore Airlines ordered a total of 67 Airbus A350-900 aircraft, 21 of which are already in the fleet and have been fitted with Business, Premium Economy and Economy Class, long-haul cabin products.

In October this year Singapore Airlines will take delivery of the world’s first A350-900 Ultra Long Range (ULR), which will be used to re-start non-stop flights between Singapore and Newark. The ULR aircraft will be fitted with 67 Business Class seats and 94 Premium Economy Class seats.

High resolution images of the medium haul cabin product to be featured on the A350-900 as well as video of the aircraft in Singapore Airlines livery can be downloaded from: https://bit.ly/2LZvceD.

A few comments about this post: While you mention their IFE is going to be from Thales, the dropbox link indicates the seats look pretty much like what you get on the 787-10 and the new A380N.

Glad to hear there will be Wifi for regional customers aboard the A350 regional. However, little did I know it was going to be by Sita OnAir. It's likely the same as the one you get no the new A380's (Source is likely a few videos and posts) and a few older 77W.

Will the 359ULR have Panasonic or SITA OnAir?

[SQ957]

It is Thales....

And the Thales IFE screen size in J (17") is advertised as being 1 inch smaller than their Panasonic eX3 counterparts on the 78J...

[9V-JKL]

So basically the regional A350 will have the same product as B787 right? Just that we are not sure whether the IFE is Thales or Panasonic?

It is Thales....

[happyflyer]

So basically the regional A350 will have the same product as B787 right? Just that we are not sure whether the IFE is Thales or Panasonic?

[Bon]

KrisFlyer members and Business Class customers will also have access to additional in-flight entertainment content choices.

This caught my attention. While anyone can easily sign up for Krisflyer, this is the first time SQ discriminates against a segment of its passengers.

[9V-SKU]

First A350 regional route confirmed as Adelaide from 18 December 2018.

Business 1-2-1, Economy 3-3-3. Onboard WiFi available apparently too.

https://www.ausbt.com.au/singapore-a...gapore-flights

Here’s the official announcement:

SIA To Debut New A350-900 Medium Haul Aircraft On Singapore-Adelaide Route

06 September 2018 - Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced Adelaide as the launch destination for its new Airbus A350-900 medium haul aircraft. Slated to commence daily operations on 17 December 2018, the new A350-900 will operate as SQ279 from Singapore to Adelaide, and return as SQ278, from Adelaide to Singapore, subject to regulatory approval.

The new A350-900 medium-haul aircraft will be fitted with 303 seats across two classes, with 40 seats in Business Class and 263 seats in Economy Class. Equipped with the Airline’s recently launched new regional Business Class and Economy Class cabin products, the Business Class cabin boasts a 1-2-1 seat arrangement, providing every customer with direct aisle access, while the Economy Class cabin will be arranged in a 3-3-3 configuration.

The A350-900 will be fitted with the latest Thales AVANT inflight entertainment system. Designed with a new user interface that offers a more intuitive user experience and navigation options, customers will be able to enjoy Singapore Airlines’ myKrisWorld personalised in-flight entertainment (IFE) now with even greater control.

Customers will receive content recommendations based on their preferences and viewing history, while KrisFlyer members can continue to bookmark and resume content, as well as customise and save preferences and playlists for their subsequent flights. KrisFlyer members and Business Class customers will also have access to additional in-flight entertainment content choices.

Complementing this experience, customers can select their choice of playlists from the SingaporeAir mobile app prior to the flight, and transfer these selections to myKrisWorld by pairing their personal electronic devices with the onboard system via Near-Field Communication (NFC).

Furthermore, customers will have access to high-speed in-flight WiFi service onboard the new A350-900. The aircraft will be equipped with Inmarsat GX Aviation’s broadband connectivity system, offered through SITAONAIR.

Following Adelaide, the A350-900 medium haul aircraft will also be deployed to Brisbane next year, subject to regulatory approval.


New Business Class

The new medium-haul Business Class seats have been manufactured by Stelia Aerospace and are arranged in a forward-facing 1-2-1 staggered configuration to provide every customer direct aisle access. With each seat able to recline directly into a 76” fully-flat bed, Business Class customers can rest in more comfort, even on the shortest flights. Each seat measures up to 26” in width with retractable armrests that can be raised and lowered.

Whether travelling alone or with a partner, adjustable dividers at the centre seats provide for a customised level of privacy to suit individual preferences.

Customers can also look forward to other features to enhance their travelling experience, such as ample stowage space for personal items, a business panel with in-seat power supply and USB ports, an integrated reading light unit with adjustable lighting intensity and a personal 17” full high-definition touchscreen monitor.


New Economy Class

The new Economy Class seat has been designed and built by RECARO and also offers customers an enhanced in-flight experience.

Arranged in a 3-3-3 configuration, each of the 263 Economy Class seats has an ergonomically-designed contour backrest that provides greater comfort, and a six-way adjustable headrest with foldable wings to provide more neck support.

Economy Class customers can also enjoy an enhanced entertainment experience on their personal 11.6” full high-definition touchscreen monitor, as they browse from the selection of more than 1,000 movies, TV shows, audio programmes and games on myKrisWorld.

Other features that Economy Class customers can look forward to include personal storage space for small personal items, a coat hook, USB port and in-seat power supply.
The A350-900 features higher ceilings, larger windows, an extra wide body delivering more space and comfort as well as lighting designed to reduce jetlag.

Singapore Airlines ordered a total of 67 Airbus A350-900 aircraft, 21 of which are already in the fleet and have been fitted with Business, Premium Economy and Economy Class, long-haul cabin products.

In October this year Singapore Airlines will take delivery of the world’s first A350-900 Ultra Long Range (ULR), which will be used to re-start non-stop flights between Singapore and Newark. The ULR aircraft will be fitted with 67 Business Class seats and 94 Premium Economy Class seats.

High resolution images of the medium haul cabin product to be featured on the A350-900 as well as video of the aircraft in Singapore Airlines livery can be downloaded from: https://bit.ly/2LZvceD.