Scoot outlook improves as Singapore Airlines long-haul LCC subsidiary prepares for 375-seat 787-9
Singapore Airlines (SIA) medium/long-haul low-cost subsidiary Scoot is preparing to begin operating 787-9s in 375-seat two-class configuration from late 2014. The carrier plans to quickly phase out its current fleet of six 777-200s, all of which will be replaced with 787s by mid 2015 with some expected to be transferred to planned Bangkok-based sister carrier NokScoot.
The transition to 787s will be an important development for Scoot as they will usher in significant efficiency improvements. Scoot has 10 787-9s on order along with 10 787-8s, which will be delivered from mid-2015. Scoot plans to configure its 787-8s with about 330 seats, giving the carrier the flexibility to use a smaller aircraft on its thinner routes.
Scoot is taking a hiatus from growth in 2014 but it will be a year of significant milestones as it takes its first 787 and launches its new joint venture in Thailand. Rapid growth will return in 2015 as Scoot plans to increase the size of its Singapore-based fleet by at least 50%.
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