SIA taking more cautious approach to meal service, safety measures during flight turbulence

In-flight meal services will now be suspended when the seat-belt sign lights up on a Singapore Airlines plane as part of efforts to take a more cautious approach to managing turbulence in the air. Cabin crew will also sit down and fasten their seat belts when the seat belt sign is lit, said SIA on May 23 in response to queries. However, unlike in the past - when only hot drinks would be cut off during turbulence - the new measures will require all meal and drink services to stop when the ride gets bumpy. Other existing safety measures that kick in during poor weather conditions will remain in place. These include getting crew members to secure loose items in the cabin, advising passengers to return to their seats and buckle up, and monitoring passengers who may need assistance, like those in the loo. A spokesman for the carrier said: “SIA will continue to review our processes as the safety of our passengers and crew is of utmost importance.”<br/>