Scoot

Scoot is the low-cost airline brand of Singapore Airlines Group and is operated by Scoot Pte Ltd, a Singapore-registered carrier headquartered at Singapore Changi Airport. The airline was created by Singapore Airlines as a separate low-cost platform for medium- and long-haul flying, complementing the full-service parent rather than directly reproducing its network or service model. Although the company was established in 2011, commercial operations began on 4 June 2012 with a flight from Singapore to Sydney. Gold Coast followed soon afterward, establishing Scoot's early focus on long-distance leisure and visiting-friends-and-relatives traffic across the Asia-Pacific region. Scoot's original fleet consisted of Boeing 777-200ER aircraft transferred from Singapore Airlines. The aircraft were reconfigured for a denser, lower-cost operating model, and the brand adopted a distinctive yellow-and-white visual identity. The airline positioned itself around affordable air travel with optional paid services rather than the bundled offering associated with a traditional full-service carrier. Its slogan is "Make Each Journey Better." Scoot has also participated in the KrisFlyer frequent-flyer ecosystem, allowing the low-cost brand to connect with Singapore Airlines' broader customer proposition. A major turning point came when Singapore Airlines transferred Boeing 787 Dreamliners intended for its own fleet to Scoot. From 2015, the 787-9 entered service, initially replacing the inherited Boeing 777 aircraft on routes such as Perth and Hong Kong. Scoot subsequently introduced both Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 aircraft, becoming an important operator of long-haul, wide-body low-cost services from Singapore. At the same time, the airline expanded to destinations including Melbourne, China, India, Japan, South Korea and other parts of Southeast Asia. Scoot's corporate structure changed substantially through its integration with Tigerair. Singapore Airlines announced in 2016 that Tigerair would be merged into Scoot, and the operational merger was completed in 2017. The combined airline retained the Scoot name and brand but used Tigerair's air operator's certificate. As a result, the operating airline changed from Scoot's former IATA code TZ to Tigerair's TR, while the ICAO code also changed. Tigerair's Airbus A320-family aircraft were incorporated into Scoot's short-haul network, giving the enlarged airline a mixed narrow-body and wide-body fleet. The merger expanded Scoot's ability to serve both regional and long-distance markets under one consumer-facing brand. Scoot has also used affiliated and partnership arrangements to extend its reach. It held a minority stake in NokScoot, a Thailand-based long-haul low-cost joint venture with Nok Air. NokScoot operated from Bangkok's Don Mueang Airport but entered liquidation in 2020 during the COVID-19 crisis. Scoot joined the Value Alliance in 2016, linking it with several Asian low-cost carriers, although the alliance's role and membership have changed over time. The airline also maintains codeshare and interline relationships with selected carriers, including Singapore Airlines and other regional and international partners. The COVID-19 pandemic sharply reduced Scoot's network. During April and May 2020, scheduled operations were limited to Hong Kong and Perth, followed by a cautious expansion to a small number of destinations in June. Scoot suspended European services during the crisis and later rebuilt its network, including the addition of London Gatwick as a seasonal destination from late 2021. The airline also temporarily modified an Airbus A320 to carry cargo in the passenger cabin, increasing available freight capacity during the disruption. Fleet development has continued through Airbus A321neo aircraft and Embraer E190-E2 regional jets, complementing the Boeing 787 fleet and Airbus A320-family aircraft inherited from Tigerair. Scoot's network now spans regional Asian routes, selected long-h…

Singapore Airlines announced in May 2011 that it intended to establish a low-cost airline focused on medium- and long-haul routes. Campbell Wilson was appointed founding chief executive in July, and the name Scoot was announced in November. The carrier began flying on 4 June 2012, when it launched Singapore–Sydney service using Boeing 777-200ER aircraft transferred from Singapore Airlines. Gold Coast became its second Australian destination later that month. During its first years, Scoot developed a network centered on Asia-Pacific leisure and visiting-friends-and-relatives traffic. It added services to destinations such as Taipei, Seoul, Hong Kong and Perth, and introduced digital and onboard products including ScooTV streaming entertainment and rented iPads. A social-media campaign was used to promote the launch of the Singapore–Taipei–Seoul route, with customers participating in the determination of promotional fares. Scoot's fleet strategy shifted decisively toward the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. In 2012, Singapore Airlines announced that 20 Dreamliners originally associated with its own order book would be transferred to Scoot. The first 787-9 arrived in February 2015 and entered service on the Perth route. Additional 787 aircraft were deployed to Hong Kong, Sydney, Bangkok, Gold Coast, Chinese destinations and other markets. By August 2016, Scoot had retired all six inherited Boeing 777-200ER aircraft and had moved to an all-Boeing 787 long-haul fleet. Scoot also expanded through partnerships. In 2014–2015, it participated with Thailand's Nok Air in establishing NokScoot, a Bangkok-based long-haul low-cost carrier in which Scoot held 49 percent. NokScoot operated from Don Mueang International Airport but was liquidated in June 2020 after the COVID-19 pandemic severely disrupted international aviation. In May 2016, Scoot joined Value Alliance, a grouping of Asia-Pacific low-cost carriers intended to facilitate broader network connectivity. The most important corporate restructuring occurred through the combination of Scoot and Tigerair. Singapore Airlines announced the merger in November 2016, and the integration was completed in July 2017. The consumer brand remained Scoot, but the combined operation used Tigerair's air operator's certificate, causing its IATA code to change from TZ to TR and its ICAO code to change from SCO to TGW. Tigerair's Airbus A320-family fleet became part of Scoot's operation, giving the airline a mixed fleet suitable for regional and long-haul flying. Singapore Airlines subsequently created Budget Aviation Holdings to own and manage its budget-airline interests, including Scoot. Fleet renewal continued after the merger. Scoot operated Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 aircraft for longer sectors, Airbus A320-family aircraft for regional flying, and later Airbus A321neo aircraft. In 2018, two Boeing 787-10 aircraft from Singapore Airlines' order were converted to smaller 787-8 aircraft and allocated to Scoot. In 2019, Scoot announced an order for 16 Airbus A321neos, the first of which entered service in 2021. In 2022, the airline was reported to be considering Embraer regional jets; a leasing letter of intent for nine E190-E2 aircraft followed, with the first delivered in 2024. The pandemic caused an unprecedented contraction. In April and May 2020, Scoot flew only to Hong Kong and Perth. June brought a limited network restoration covering Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Ipoh, Kuching, Penang and Perth, while Kuala Lumpur service was planned to resume in August with enhanced health and safety measures. European routes, including Athens and Berlin, were suspended and were not expected to return until the subsequent recovery period. Scoot also adapted one A320 to carry cargo in its cabin, temporarily doubling its cargo capacity compared with an aircraft relying only on bellyhold space. Network rebuilding included the introduction of London Gatwick as a seasonal European destination from December 2021. In 2022, Leslie Thng replaced Campbell Wilson as chief executive. Scoot continues to operate from Singapore Changi Airport, with its head office at Terminal 3 and passenger operations based at Terminal 1 since October 2019. Its current proposition combines Singapore Airlines Group ownership, low-cost pricing, optional ancillary services, a mixed regional and long-haul fleet, and network partnerships. The brand serves destinations across Asia, Europe and Oceania and remains active as the group's principal low-cost airline.

1. 2024First Embraer E190-E2 delivered

   Scoot receives the first aircraft associated with its plan to lease nine Embraer E190-E2 regional jets.

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2. 2024Skytrax long-haul low-cost award

   Scoot is recognized as the world's best long-haul low-cost airline in the 2024 Skytrax awards.

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3. 2022Leslie Thng becomes chief executive

   Leslie Thng succeeds Campbell Wilson as chief executive.

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4. 2021Airbus A321neo enters Scoot service

   The first Airbus A321neo from Scoot's 2019 order enters service.

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5. 2021London Gatwick service announced

   Scoot adds London Gatwick to its planned European network as a seasonal route.

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6. 2020Pandemic network contraction

   COVID-19 restrictions sharply reduce Scoot's network and lead to the suspension of European services.

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7. 2019Passenger operations move to Changi Terminal 1

   Scoot shifts its passenger operations to Terminal 1 at Singapore Changi Airport.

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8. 2017Tigerair operations are integrated

   Tigerair is merged into Scoot, with the Scoot brand retained and Tigerair's operating certificate and fleet incorporated.

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9. 2016Scoot joins Value Alliance

   The airline joins a regional low-cost-carrier alliance.

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10. 2015First Boeing 787-9 enters service

    Scoot receives its first Dreamliner and begins replacing the inherited Boeing 777 fleet.

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11. 2013Singapore–Taipei–Seoul route begins

    Scoot launches a three-times-weekly service linking Singapore, Taipei and Seoul.

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12. 2012First commercial flight

    Scoot begins flying from Singapore to Sydney on 4 June and adds Gold Coast service later that month.

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13. 2012Boeing 787 fleet plan announced

    Singapore Airlines transfers 20 Boeing 787 aircraft from its order plans to Scoot for fleet replacement and expansion.

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14. 2011Singapore Airlines establishes the Scoot project

    Singapore Airlines announces plans for a low-cost subsidiary focused on medium- and long-haul flying, appointing Campbell Wilson as founding chief executive.

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15. 2011The Scoot name is announced

    The new airline is publicly named Scoot.

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A digitally oriented, value-focused low-cost airline offering affordable regional and long-haul travel from Singapore, with optional paid services and a broader network enabled by its Singapore Airlines Group ownership.

• Scoot scheduled passenger servicesAirline network2012

  Scoot provides scheduled low-cost passenger flights from Singapore to destinations across Asia, Europe and Oceania. Its network includes short-haul regional routes as well as longer sectors operated with Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The model combines a comparatively low base fare with separately priced options such as checked baggage, meals, seat selection and other onboard or booking services.

• Boeing 787 Dreamliner servicesLong-haul aviation2015

  The Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 form the core of Scoot's long-haul proposition. The aircraft replaced the six Boeing 777-200ER aircraft inherited from Singapore Airlines and enabled the airline to operate longer routes with a modern wide-body fleet. Dreamliner services have supported destinations in Australia, Europe, China and other Asia-Pacific markets.

• Airbus A320-family servicesRegional aviation2017

  Airbus A320-family aircraft became part of Scoot's fleet through the Tigerair integration and are used primarily on short- and medium-haul routes. The group includes standard A320 aircraft and newer A320neo-family variants, providing capacity suited to dense regional markets around Singapore.

• Airbus A321neoRegional aviation2021

  The Airbus A321neo extends Scoot's narrow-body capacity and range for regional flying. Scoot announced an order for 16 aircraft in 2019, and the first aircraft entered service in 2021. The type supports higher-capacity routes while retaining the operating economics of a single-aisle aircraft.

• Embraer E190-E2Regional aviation2024

  Scoot signed a letter of intent to lease nine Embraer E190-E2 aircraft as a complement to its larger Airbus and Boeing fleet. The regional jet is intended to support thinner routes and markets where wide-body or larger narrow-body aircraft may offer excessive capacity. The first aircraft was delivered in 2024.

• ScooTVIn-flight entertainment2013

  ScooTV was an early onboard streaming entertainment service introduced by Scoot. The airline also offered iPads for rental, reflecting its attempt to provide optional digital entertainment within a low-cost operating model.

• KrisFlyer participationLoyalty program

  Scoot participates in the Singapore Airlines Group's KrisFlyer frequent-flyer ecosystem. This connection gives eligible travelers a loyalty relationship with the wider group while Scoot continues to operate with its own low-cost product structure.

• 2013Singapore–Taipei–Seoul launch-fare social campaign

  Singapore · Taiwan · South Korea

  To promote its new Singapore–Taipei–Seoul service, Scoot used social media to involve customers in determining the launch fares.

  Outcome. The route launched as Scoot's first low-cost service linking Singapore and Seoul through Taipei.

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• 2021Launch of London Gatwick serviceProduct launch

  Scoot began rebuilding its international network after the pandemic-related suspension of European routes.

  What changed. The airline announced thrice-weekly London Gatwick flights for December 2021, followed by seasonal service in 2022.

  Aftermath. London became part of Scoot's recovering European network.

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• 2020Temporary cabin-cargo operationStrategy

  Passenger demand and international travel were severely reduced by COVID-19 restrictions.

  What changed. Scoot modified one Airbus A320 to carry cargo in the passenger cabin in addition to bellyhold freight.

  Aftermath. The arrangement temporarily increased cargo capacity while passenger flying was constrained.

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• 2017Retention of the Scoot brand after Tigerair integrationStrategy

  The merged airline needed a single market-facing identity for regional and long-haul operations.

  What changed. Scoot retained its yellow-and-white brand while absorbing Tigerair's operations and Airbus A320-family aircraft.

  Aftermath. The resulting airline combined Scoot's long-haul positioning with Tigerair's regional operating platform.

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• 2016Decision to merge Tigerair into ScootM&A

  Singapore Airlines controlled two low-cost airline operations whose overlapping capabilities could be consolidated under one consumer brand.

  What changed. Singapore Airlines announced that Tigerair would be merged into Scoot, retaining the Scoot name while using Tigerair's operating certificate.

  Aftermath. The integration completed in 2017, expanding Scoot's narrow-body fleet and changing its IATA and ICAO operating codes.

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• 2014Creation of NokScootM&A

  Scoot sought to develop a Thailand-based platform for long-haul low-cost services.

  What changed. Scoot and Nok Air established NokScoot, with Nok Air holding 51 percent and Scoot holding 49 percent.

  Aftermath. NokScoot operated from Bangkok's Don Mueang Airport before entering liquidation in June 2020 during the COVID-19 crisis.

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• 2012Transfer of Boeing 787 order to ScootStrategy

  Scoot needed a fleet suitable for growth on medium- and long-haul routes while replacing Boeing 777 aircraft transferred from Singapore Airlines.

  What changed. Singapore Airlines transferred 20 Boeing 787 aircraft from its order plans to Scoot, later divided between Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 variants.

  Aftermath. The decision enabled Scoot's transition to a Boeing 787 long-haul fleet, completed after the retirement of its inherited Boeing 777 aircraft.

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• 2024Scoot wins Skytrax long-haul low-cost airline award

  Scoot was voted the world's best long-haul low-cost airline in the 2024 Skytrax awards.

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• 2022Leslie Thng appointed Scoot chief executive

  Leslie Thng succeeded Campbell Wilson as Scoot chief executive, with the leadership transition taking effect in June.

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• 2021Scoot adds London Gatwick to its European network

  Scoot announced seasonal London Gatwick service, initially scheduled to operate from December 2021.

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• 2020Scoot suspends most routes during the COVID-19 crisis

  Travel restrictions reduced Scoot's scheduled network to two cities in April and May, followed by a limited June restoration and suspension of European routes.

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• 2020Scoot modifies an Airbus A320 for cabin cargo

  During the pandemic, one Airbus A320 was temporarily modified to carry cargo in the passenger cabin, supplementing bellyhold capacity.

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• 2017Tigerair is merged into Scoot

  Tigerair's operations were absorbed into Scoot. The Scoot brand was retained, while the enlarged airline operated under Tigerair's air operator's certificate and IATA code.

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• 2016Scoot joins Value Alliance

  Scoot became a member of Value Alliance, a cross-carrier network linking several Asia-Pacific low-cost airlines.

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• 2015Scoot receives its first Boeing 787-9

  The first Boeing 787-9 entered service, beginning Scoot's transition away from its inherited Boeing 777-200ER aircraft.

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• 2013Scoot launches Singapore–Taipei–Seoul service

  Scoot introduced a new three-times-weekly connecting route linking Singapore, Taipei and Seoul, promoted through a social-media fare campaign.

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• 2012Scoot begins commercial operations

  The new Singapore Airlines low-cost subsidiary operated its first flight from Singapore to Sydney and subsequently added Gold Coast service.

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• 2012Scoot orders Boeing 787 aircraft for fleet replacement and expansion

  Singapore Airlines transferred 20 Boeing 787 aircraft on order to Scoot, supporting the replacement of the airline's inherited Boeing 777 fleet.

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