Here, then, is the second segment of this itinerary back to London. I’ll leave from the SIngapore Airlines lounge when boarding is announced on the FIDS.
As a reminder, here is the itinerary followed:
Boarding
Today, the flight to Zurich departs from gate D3, about ten minutes from the lounge I was in.
Documents are checked at the entrance to the boarding hall, at the top of the hall, by an agent.
When I arrive at the boarding lounge, the priority zones have already boarded and I use the priority lane to access the aircraft.
Cabin and welcome
Although this aircraft has the same 1-2-1/2-2-1 configuration as the A330, the space provided by the fuselage of the 777-300ER gives more room for the seat width.
The cabin tones are much more modern, and the throne (this time unpaid) is extremely comfortable and private.
During boarding, I’ll be offered a glass of champagne, which I’ll gladly accept. Basic comfort kits are also distributed.
We’ll leave the gate on time.
Service and catering
The service starts about 20 minutes after take-off.
Big disappointment, on an 11:40 flight, no aperitif service… How is this possible?
I ordered the tuna tataki as a starter. The starter platter is served with bread (I didn’t choose which), cheese, butter and olive oil.
This will be an excellent starter, especially with the wasabi sauce.
The pretzel bread will be very good, as will the olive oil, as on the outward journey.
The dish I ordered, scallops, is served. The portion is very small but the taste is good. I’ll accompany the entire meal with Swiss white wine, which will be very tasty. I would have refills of water and white wine throughout the meal.
Next up is dessert, a milk and white chocolate mousse.
I’ll then order an espresso and a cognac to round off this light meal.
It will be served with Lindt chocolates and a refill with the basket.
During the cruise, and in between watching films on the IFE, I’ll pop into the lobby for a snack. A basket of sweets is available, and the entire bar remains open. I’ll ask for an espresso: the flight attendant will insist on bringing it to my seat. The Swiss snacks will be excellent.
The purser will do an ice-cream service, and I’ll choose a raspberry sorbet.
I’ll be making a few trips to the buffet during the rest of my flight, while watching movies on my personal IFE, my iPad.
Arrival and disembarkation
We arrive at the gate 15 minutes ahead of schedule.
Bottom line
A flight that started badly, with minimal service, but the crew made up for it with attentive service afterwards.
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