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Singapore Airlines is adding new measures to its in-flight service in order to manage turbulence more effectively. The new service policy states that all meal services in the cabin will be stopped whenever the seatbelt sign is switched on. “Pilots and cabincrew are aware of the hazards associated with turbulence.
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In the previous installment of this two-part article , AeroTime took you through the initial stages of a routine commercial flight, from the pre-departure checks carried out by the pilots and cabincrew, to what is happening outside the aircraft, and from engine startup to taxi and take-off.
A few days ago, a Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300ER encountered severe turbulence between London and Singapore, leading to one fatality, as well as dozens of serious injuries. At that point, crew members will return to their jump seats and buckle in. Pilots and cabincrew are aware of the hazards associated with turbulence.
A SIA Boeing 777-300ER taking off at Zurich Photo Credit: Aero Icarus ( [link] ) The Boeing 777 severe encounter with turbulence On May 21, a Singapore Airlines Boeing 777 diverted to Bangkok and made an emergency landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport after encountering severe turbulence, leaving one dead and about 30 injured.
The history of Japanese aviation This history includes the cabincrew uniform of various airlines. At this point, it was on final approach into New Chitose Airport. Anyway, the Captain updated us on our flight and that includes a warning of turbulence around a particular timing and so far they have been quite accurate.
It was nice to hear the Captain making announcement before departure and he warned us of some expected turbulence during our descent towards HND. The cabin lights were turned off during take off and we were on our way, 25 minutes behind schedule. I find the announcement from the speaker to be quite soft though.
Once on board, the cabincrew waiting at the door, showed me to my seat. My first impression of the crew, they seemed nice and I was looking forward to the flight. There were a bit of turbulence during the flight and at one time, the turbulence was a bit intense. Other than that, the service was nothing.
Once on board, we settled down quickly and the announcement was made about my flight including expected turbulence during the take-off and a reminder not to film the crew and passengers without permission. After taking off, we experienced some turbulence during our climb and the ride was better once we were out of Taiwan.
Damp Lease is which the lessor (owner) provides the aircraft, maintainence of the aircraft and flight crew. However, cabincrew and insurance will not be provided. The airline that is leasing the aircraft will provide its own cabincrew and will be trained before being allowed to work on these leased aircraft.
The ASRS captures these reports, analyzes the safety data, and distributes information to the aviation community to avoid the recurrence of such incidents It is a confidential system that accepts submissions from pilots, air traffic controllers, technicians, cabincrew, and drone pilots.
The aircraft was on final approach to SKG. Looking at the skies, it was a complete opposite from my arrival, the skies were filled with clouds with some angry ones from the distance, I was expecting some turbulence on this flight. By then the aircraft started its descent when the cabincrew were released from their seats.
The Captain made his announcement and gave us update on the weather on route and for the announcments by the cabincrew, it was done in 5 languages including the Taiwanese dialect. Take off was slightly turbulent but eventually the weather improved after flying out of Japan. This is the second cabin of the economy class.
Unlike the A320neo, this aircraft is configured with IFE screen entertainment for every seat and lie-flat bed for the business class cabin and this product is familar to me as I had experienced it before with Copa Airlines and that flight was also a long flight for a narrow-body, about 23 minutes longer than this flight (5 hours 37 mins).
My cabin luggage was able to fit in but it is better to have the handle of the baggage facing you to optimise space. My in-flight experience We boarded with the cabincrew welcoming us. Anyway I find it strange that even though the safety video was played, the crew still did a manual safety demonstration, that's a first for me.
The turbulence was not as bad as what I was anticipating and for most parts of the flight, it was smooth. Cabincrew came around to do the BOB (Buy On Board) service and this time, we noticed someone ordering water and wasn't charged so we did the same. Off we go, fortunately it wasn't turbulent. Can you spot the Eye?
My aircraft, VT-YAK had a long layover at this airport as the previous flight took place the day before so therefore a set of crew was needed to be transported to the aircraft. After getting up from my seat, I followed the cabincrew who led me to my new assigned seat and to my relief it was a window seat. I can only speculate.
For most parts of the flight, it was smooth with just a bit of turbulence during the way out of Changi and on approach to Shanghai. Once we started our descent, the cabincrew appeared and at least they did their job by checking everyone is buckle up before they made their way to their seats.
I spotted another green stripes livery on this A330-900neo on final approach to this airport. Once on board, I noticed a cabincrew was serving champagne on a plastic cup and was pleasantly surprised I was given one, I suppose because of the occasion (New Year's Day). This was my flight's final assigned gate. That's a good idea!
This is the front view of the cabin. So for the pilots to communicate with the cabincrew, they need to do so by the telephone. In-Flight Snack During the flight, the 2 cabincrew came around and distribute snacks for us. Hardly any turbulence during this flight. Boarding the aircraft was from the rear door.
Cabin photos of the A320ceo With the transparent partition, the passengers at the first row face the cabincrew during take-off and landing for the seat 1A, 1B and 1C. We hit some light turbulence during our descent. On final approach to SZB's runway 15. This is my seat 2A, legroom space is tight.
The cabincrew were waiting for us. However, he mentioned that there was turbulence along the way, not a surprise especially June to October period is usually the typhoon season and bad weather is quite common. Premium Economy Class (A350 only) There are 36 seats in this cabin, configured in a 2-4-2 layout.
My in-flight Experience After boarding the aircraft, the purser standing near the door gave me a half hearted smile and one of the cabincrew (let's call her A) was loud, instructing the passengers like how a school teacher deals with his/her students. On my next flight, the nice crew asked whether do I want the can.
After take off, the ride was generally smooth but there was turbulence from time to time but the worst was flying over Bay of Bengal near India. The reason is that the nice cabincrew offered to move my seat mate which she accepted to the front so that she could get off as soon as she can to catch her connecting flight.
Anyway, the service on board both flights were great, the crew were professional and they were able to communicate in English. Best CabinCrew Uniform (Singapore Airlines) The Kebaya looks absolutely stunning on the female cabincrew. I flew with Firefly's ATR-72-500 before so this is not new for me.
Look at the cabin ambiance, I am a definitely a fan of these colours. A starlux cabincrew was preparing the flight for departure. I should be able to do a video call but if there is turbulence, I won’t be surprised if my phone “fly". We forgot to ask the crew about it. The view from my seat.
There was turbulence from time to time but nothing bad to mention. The cabincrew on this flight was certainly better than the previous flight, the ones I met in the lower deck were friendly and helpful. It was good weather at Singapore as our approach and landing was smooth. There were 2 meals offered on this flight.
Since these aircraft were already installed with Aeroflot's cabin interior and configuration, the Indian airline decided to make some minor changes and that also means the airline didn't have to wait long to take delivery of the 6 aircraft. With a light load in this cabin, I went to explore some of the seats.
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