Scoot Airlines is a long-haul, low-cost budget airline based in Singapore and is a subsidiary of national carrier Singapore Airlines.
The plans for the new airline were revealed in May 2011, and its name was announced at the official launch on November 1, 2011. Scoot’s first flight is anticipated to take place in April 2012.
Fares are expected to be 40% less than regular airlines. Initial routes are anticipated to include Australia, China, India, and the Middle East.
On December 1, 2011, Scoot revealed their first destination will be Sydney, Australia.