SIA-related questions

What are the core values of SIA?

Excellence, safety, customer focus, care, integrity, teamwork.

What airplanes are part of the SIA fleet?

A350, A380, B737, B777, B787.

What airplanes are currently on order for SIA?

B777, B737 Max 8.

What are the primary colors of SIA's livery?

Blue and gold; other colors include purple, red, green.

What is the ratio of pilots to aircraft and cabin crew per aircraft at SIA?

9-11 pilots per aircraft, 17-20 cabin crew per aircraft.

What percentage of SIA's expenditures is fuel estimated to account for?

30%.

What challenges does SIA face?

Intensifying competition, new entrants, discounted prices, economic fluctuations, high fuel costs, decarbonization, maintaining service.

What is included in the training regime for pilots at SIA?

Ground school (SG), flight school (Perth), advanced jet training (SG).

What is one responsibility of pilots in relation to the ground and cabin crew?

Ensuring passenger safety and comfort.

What attributes is SIA looking for in a cadet?

Willingness to learn, hardworking, passion, commitment.

Which airlines operate under the SIA umbrella?

SIA Cargo, Scoot, Air India.

What is one area where SIA could improve?

Technological advancements, website design.

What training aircraft are used by cadets?

C172, PA44, Learjet 45, Cessna Citation Mustang C510s.

Why do some SIA aircraft have different numbers at the back?

The customer code system used by Boeing, where '12' indicates SIA.

What are the responsibilities of a second officer?

Assist with flight planning, weather checks, aircraft documentation, and monitoring flight systems.

How does career progression look at SIA?

Cadet: 1.5 years, SO: 1.5-3 years, FO: 3-6 years, SFO: varies, Captain: 8-12 years.

Why are the Trent engines named 'Trent'?

They are traditionally named after rivers.

Where does the captain sit in the cockpit and why?

The captain sits in the left seat, following international aviation convention.

Why does the captain wear four stripes?

It follows a military-inspired ranking system.

Is a pilot merely a glorified bus driver?

No, a pilot requires continuous assessment, decision-making, and the ability to take full manual control.