Even with rush hour traffic on the Van Wyck, the ride to JFK took 30 minutes. I was 4 hours early but still able to check in.
An agent was able to help me at a different counter and checked my bag all the way to CGK.
The TSA pre check line took 15 minutes to get through but it was still much better compared to the regular TSA line. Once past, I had to kill time before entering any lounge as I could only enter 3 hours before departure.
First lounge – AMEX Centurion
Found the speak easy at the back and got a drink. After killing an hour or so, headed down to the VA lounge.
Yup, definitely not heading to the Air India lounge. 😀
Access to the VA lounge granted for SQ F passengers only and it was definitely better than the AMEX lounge.
Didnt take pics of the lounge itself but feel free to check the IG story link for a video walkthrough.
It was empty in the lounge and one of the staff members came by and said I could have my pick of where I wanted to sit. She was very friendly and was nice having conversations with her about food and other things.
Nice view from where I was sitting.
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Food menu
Lychee martini and jerk chicken wings. I did also try Roast Atlantic Salmon but it was overcooked and picked at it.
Bread and butter pudding as a sweet finale
An hour before departure, an announcement was made that boarding would begin soon and I headed down to the gate. As I arrived, boarding for F passengers just started.
Down the hatch
As I stepped on board, I was welcome by the ISM: “Mr JP, welcome back, you know the way” and pointed me towards my seat.
As I walked to my seat, I heard him call out to the LSS and indicate I was onboard: “Mr. JP from 1A is here”. The LSS and another male cabin crew came by to welcome me and introduce themselves.
The holiest of all seats – 1A
Since alcohol could not be served on the ground, I just went with water for PDB.
Menu
The flight continues from FRA to SIN after a 1.5 hour layover. The menu also includes selections for the FRA-SIN leg.
Shortly after, the LSS came by with PJs, an amenity kit and slippers.
Boarding was completed on time and pushback shortly thereafter. SQ’s boarding has always been consistent with starting on time and completing quickly.
The safety demo as we taxi-ed out.
Peace out NYC.
Shortly afterwards, the seatbelt sign went off and the crew sprang into action.
Cristal to start.
Show time – SQ style
Round 2 – went with the Tattinger
Verdict – I prefer the Cristal over the Tat as its more lighter.
Garlic bread – yum
Balik salmon with caviar
For the main course, I chose the BTC option of Maine Lobster with potatoes. The dish was wonderful and the potatoes were deliciously spicy.
Dessert was meh.
After dinner, I requested the bed to be made. Wanted to get as much sleep as I could due to the short TATL flight.
I skipped breakfast, although after looking back at the menu I wish I had tried something from it but c’est la vie.
Coming in hot into FRA.
One last look at the bird.
After passing quickly through customs, I hopped on the train to head to the hotel.
Hooked On Points 
