SIA's Singapore-Newark flight to feature wellness programme
Airline to develop wellness programme with Canyon Ranch on 19-hour Singapore-Newark service
From exercise videos to flexible meal times, Singapore Airlines (SIA) is working with American firm Canyon Ranch on a wellness programme for passengers on its Singapore-Newark service, which starts on Oct 11. The 19-hour flight will be the world's longest.
In the business for about 40 years, Canyon Ranch boasts a team comprising doctors, nutritionists and sleep experts.
Its chief executive Susan E. Docherty told The Straits Times: "Whether you're on land, at sea or in the air, your wellness should never be compromised."
In a joint statement yesterday, SIA and Canyon Ranch said the programme will focus on wellness cuisine, rest and relaxation and general well-being.
It will also be extended to additional Singapore-US non-stop services to Los Angeles and San Francisco, after the Singapore-Newark launch.
Providing some insight into the offerings, Ms Docherty said that for meals, besides focusing on the quality of the ingredients, the programme considers how consumption impacts the human body.
"Food needs to be 'clean' and fresh, so nothing that is processed; no sweeteners or additives and no preservatives either. We opt instead for whole grains and proteins - sustainably caught. Our food is hormones and antibiotics free," she said.
Salt and sugar are reduced, and bold spices like turmeric and fennel are used. They not only add flavour but also offer anti-inflammatory, digestive and other benefits, she added.
VISUALLY EXCITING FOOD
"What we offer is delicious and visually exciting food that leaves people feeling nourished and restored," said Ms Docherty.
During the flight, passengers on the two-class aircraft will be served three meals, with snacks in between. Business-class travellers can eat whenever they choose to.
In premium economy, meals will be served just after take-off, a few hours into the flight and before landing; but passengers can also ask to be served at different times.
To get everyone to move around, exercise videos will be added to the in-flight entertainment system and through the SIA app as well.
The Singapore-Newark service will be operated using the Airbus 350-900ULR (ultra-long range) aircraft.
SIA, which has ordered seven of the planes, will offer 67 seats in business class and 94 in the premium economy cabin.
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