Singapore Airlines' New 737 Flat Bed Business Class

Is the 737MAX "safe" to fly now? Last I remember it was taking Boeing forever to get it re-certified...

It would be a very intimate business cabin for sure, with only 10 people at full capacity.

The FAA is like the FDA, as long as you have enough lawyers, lobbyists and cash to throw around you can get anything approved.

I’m good friends with a retired WN pilot and a current WN flight attendant. She loves the Max and they both staunchly maintain that it is safe aircraft.

@Biz Traveler very true. Commenting on SQs new business class, it's mostly what we expected but there are some unique finishes on the thompson seat that we haven't seen on other airlines (the sculpted shell around the head area) which are pretty. I still don't understand why anyone would need a flat bed on flights that will almost certainly be less than 6 hours, but it doesn't matter much as long as it doesn't take away too much from the comfort of economy passengers (seat pitch/width, etc.).

My critique of this post is that it's typical of someone who looks at the product from only one perspective: that of the lucky few who would end up in the front of this configuration. For them, this is a fantastic product. However, as the 90% will end up in the back, it's fair to point out that there's no AC power back there and you're stuck with a tight 30" pitch. Now, that may be tolerable on an ORD-CLE or EWR-BOS flight but it would suck on a SIN-MLE run. Especially if you're tall. So, this is definitely a tale of two cabins, one that's fantastic; another that's a gussied up version of AA Oasis.

I completely agree. Nobody seems to be paying attention that new long range narrow body planes suck for passengers. 1 aisle to share with everybody to stretch your legs, no galley, 1 aisle clogged with cart, and 3x3 seating is by far the worst configuration for anybody. I already avoid 737s when flying to Hawaii, looks like I will have to do the same for overseas flights now too.

Vote with your money and avoid these max sardine cans!

I fly economy on most flights less than 6 hours. The cart clogging the aisle is a problem with the 737 and A320. However, I try and time my bathroom runs to avoid having to avoid the cart (which is nigh impossible on a full flight). I'm always perplexed by the idiots who get out their seats go to the bathroom, and expect the flight attendants to move the carts so they can get back to their seats.

And if another 737Max goes down Boeing will be quick to let us know it was the fault of an inexperienced pilot. We know the drill.

@Reuben I somewhat agree. I don't like First or Economy in the A321 or the 737M, very uncomfortable seats. I'm flying MIA-LAS in January, and although there are non-stops, I booked MIA-LAX-LAS since the LAX flights are 777 with lie-flat seats. I was talking to a CK friend, & he actually did the same thing last month.

Personally I'd avoid the throne seats - when I had one of those with Swiss previously I found the foot cubby pretty claustrophobic, you couldn't turn on your side when stretched out!

I plan on flying SQ Airlines again as the last time I Flew on Business Class frm KHI - SIN & Then On Economy 2 MEL In 1988. They R Just Fantastic Really.

Luvz Frm Holly

I usually fly premium economy from
London to Australia via Singapore , unfortunately as the price has gone up so much we have to go economy, and its 3 3 3. As my husband has complex needs I'm quite anxious if this will work but have no other choice , I just hope it's not too. Stressful.