Summary
- Scoot has introduced the Embraer E190-E2 into commercial services.
- The E190-E2 initially will serve six destinations from SIN, including airports in Thailand and Malaysia.
- The Singaporean authorities certified the E190-E2 and E195-E2 in November 2023.
Scoot, the low-cost carrier arm of Singapore Airlines, has celebrated the launch of services with the Embraer E190-E2 at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), introducing the type on flights to Krabi Airport (KBV), Thailand.
Connectivity to non-metro destinations
According to Leslie Thng, the chief executive officer (CEO) of Scoot, the introduction of the E190-E2 would not have been possible without the support of its partners and the commitment of its employees, ensuring a successful entry into service of the type.
“The E190-E2, with its modern operating capabilities and fuel-efficient credentials, was a natural choice as we looked to grow Scoot’s fleet.”
Thng added that the airline was confident with the new-generation aircraft, which will continue strengthening Scoot’s presence in the region and enhance connectivity to non-metro destinations. The aircraft’s first destination from SIN was KBV, serving the city and province of Krabi, Thailand.
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Scoot’s first E190-E2, registered as 9V-THA, took off from SIN at 16:07 local time (UTC +8) and was scheduled to land at KBV at 16:39 local time (UTC +7), according to data by Flightadar24. The airline stated that the regional jet will also fly to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY), Thailand.
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Six destinations served by the E190-E2
The airline stated that the E190-E2 would serve six destinations from SIN, including KBV and HDY. The other four airports are Koh Samui Airport (USM), Thailand, Miri Airport (MYY), Kuantan Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA), and Sibu Airport (SBW). The latter three airports are located in Malaysia, with the E190-E2 being present on the routes from either May or June.
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According to ch-aviation data, Scoot has already taken delivery of two E190-E2 aircraft. While the one that has entered service, registered as 9V-THA, was delivered on April 11, the other, registered as 9V-THB, was delivered on April 28. The latter has not been active on the radar in the past few weeks, Flightradar24 records showed.
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Certified recently
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) certified the E190-E2 and E195-E2 only recently, with the CAAS approving the type for commercial service in November 2023. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and the Brazilian National Civil Aviation Agency (Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil, ANAC) approved the type in 2018 and 2019.
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At the time, Thng said that the certification marked a significant milestone for Scoot, as it reinforced its commitment to operating a modern and fuel-efficient fleet. In addition, the CAAS’ approval brought Scoot nearer to offering more travel opportunities for its customers.
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