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Philippine Airlines enters NDC partnership with Trip.com
Philippine Airlines (PAL) launched the sale of international air tickets using New Distribution Capability (NDC) on Trip.com. As the first global travel service provider to offer this NDC integration with PAL, customers from Asia, Australia, and the United States of America may now access the same fares and reservation services available on the PAL website on the platform. Such convenience was made possible through leading content aggregator Travelfusion. Through this NDC integration, Trip.com now offers a wider selection of fares: from lower fares to student fares, as well as personalised ancillary products such as seat selection and prepaid baggage options to its customers through the platform. Customers can also access key post-booking services such as itinerary changes and refunds, enhancing their booking convenience when purchasing PAL tickets via Trip.com. More competitive and more convenient According to PAL vice-president for sales and distribution Justin Warby, this partnership will provide the airline’s customers with a seamless and personalised flight booking and buying experience. Warby said: “Through partnerships, PAL will be able to expand its distribution capabilities, and offer a passenger-centric booking experience for agencies and travelers across the globe.” Kirk Wong, Trip.com Group’s regional airline director for Oceania, Southeast Asia, ISC, and the Middle East, added: “We are proud to be the first global travel service provider to enter an NDC integration partnership with Philippine Airlines in Asia Pacific. This partnership will enable our users to enjoy better fare options and booking experiences, leveraging our extensive network and experience to expand PAL’s reach to customers in the region and beyond. We look forward to deepening our partnership with PAL to deliver seamless travel experiences to meet the evolving needs of today’s travellers. Moving forward In future, customers can look forward to more exclusive NDC deals and options available on the Trip.com platform. Through the partnership, Trip.com enables PAL to deepen engagement with international students travelling between Asia, North America and Oceania via its platform’s smart segmentation tools. This enables exclusive, personalised student offers and bundling opportunities of ancillary products, tailored for value-seeking customers like students, first-time travellers and diaspora communities. Using NDC technology, PAL can offer demand-based localised fare bundles across markets, enhancing the customer experience.
Philippine Airlines offers more flights to Siargao via Clark and Cebu
Philippine Airlines now offers more routes to the island paradise of Siargao through flight options taking off from Clark and Cebu. The new routes complement the flag carrier’s existing Manila-Siargao route, giving travellers more inroads to the popular tropical destination. According to Rabbi Ang, president of the airline’s domestic arm PAL Express: “Granting Siargao alternative air connections via Clark and Cebu addresses the appeal for air access and encourages local tourism and economic activity. We are happy to play a leading role in the steady development of Siargao, wherein both the visitors and the residents will prosper due to expanded air transport opportunities.” From Central Luzon and the heart of the Visayas Clark International Airport’s location makes it easy to get to from most areas of Luzon, making it an ideal choice for most travellers. At the same time, tourists in Metro Manila can easily get to the Central Luzon hub thanks to a wide range of transportation options. On the other hand, travellers already in the south of the country can take the Manila-Cebu flight and transfer to Siargao. Cebu’s fast and efficient layovers are sufficient to facilitate smooth transfers between flights. That said, PAL’s Cebu-Siargao is a great choice for those who want fast access to the island’s surf breaks, natural wonders, and lively community. Even with these new routes in operation, PAL will carry on with its direct Manila-Siargao flights for travellers taking off from the capital.
Philippine Airlines ranks second among SEAsia’s most preferred airlines
Philippine Airlines (PAL) was ranked the second most preferred airline in Southeast Asia based on the most recent survey conducted by airline safety and product rating site AirlineRatings.com. Airlines were classified by region and across unique categories such as Best Cabin Crew, Best Uniform, and Greatest Peace of Mind. PAL president Richard Nuttall responded to the citation with a statement on Tuesday, 5th August. Nuttall declared: "We thank the voting travelers for this special honor, reflecting the trust and satisfaction that all of us in Philippine Airlines strive to earn from our passengers by delivering friendly service, an unwavering focus on safety and reliability, and the genuine care that comes from the heart. Early this year, the Philippine flag-carrier was also named the Best Travel Brand, ranking first in the Philippines and second in Southeast Asia, according to Campaign Asia-Pacific's Southeast Asia’s Top 50 Brands. PAL was also among the Top 10 Best Asia Pacific Airlines and the most punctual in the region last April, posting a 86.07 percent rate based on a Cirium report.
Philippine Airlines to gradually move turboprop operations away from NAIA
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is working to transfer a number of its turboprop-operated domestic routes away from Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). Beginning 26th October of this year, such operations will be moved to Clark International Airport in Central Luzon and Mactan Cebu International Airport in the Visayas. The shift is in compliance with the national government’s mandate to transfer turboprop operations to other airports. In light of the upcoming changes, airline executive vice-president and chief operating officer Carlos Luis Fernandez said: “We seek the cooperation and understanding of the flying public as we work closely with aviation authorities, industry stakeholders and local government units to ensure a smooth transition. This network realignment allows us to serve our passengers more efficiently. By strengthening Cebu and Clark as alternative hubs, we are building a more reliable and sustainable domestic network for the long term." The government’s mandate to transfer most turboprop operations out of Manila began with an initial 30 percent reduction of flights just last March. Expanded offerings As part of this transition, PAL will expand its flight offerings from both Clark and Cebu. Services between Clark and Busuanga, as well as Clark and Basco, will increase to twice daily, while Clark–Siargao flights will continue to operate daily. In time, the Clark-Basco operations will replace the Manila-Basco route. From Cebu, flights to Busuanga and Siargao will be increased to three times daily. In addition, PAL will launch a new route from Cebu to Calbayog, with flights operating four times weekly. This Cebu–Calbayog service will replace the Manila-Calbayog flights. Passengers flying out of Manila can still opt to connect via Cebu to Calbayog. PAL turboprop flights from Manila to the key holiday destinations of Siargao and Busuanga (Coron) will continue, but with reduced frequencies. This ensures the preservation of essential air links for Greater Manila residents and passengers connecting from international flights via PAL’s Manila hub. Both routes will be served with daily flights. The flag carrier will also maintain its current schedule of three weekly flights between Manila and Antique (San Jose), as well as its four weekly flights between Manila and Catarman.
Philippine Airlines to offer five weekly flights on its Manila-Seattle route
Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced an increase in flights between Manila and Seattle later this year. The Philippine flag-carrier will increase the frequency to five weekly flights from the current thrice-weekly service from 25th November. Coming just one year after the Manila-Seattle route was launched in October of last year, this expansion reflects the growing appeal of the airline’s non-stop route to Seattle. Currently, this route is the only direct airline link between the Philippines and the U.S. Pacific Northwest. Airline president Richard Nuttall said: “Our decision to increase frequencies to Seattle highlights the importance of the US market to the Philippine Airlines global network, and in particular the great value of Seattle as a gateway, not just to the Washington and Oregon areas, but to cities across the United States that we can now serve through our ongoing partnership with Alaska Airlines.” Nuttall added that PAL is focused on developing the market as a way of helping Americans plan their vacation trips to the Philippines and other Asian countries, opening up more opportunities for businesses to build up commercial activities, and enabling Filipino-Americans to have more frequent reunions with their families back home. A new schedule PAL will introduce new Tuesday and Thursday departures from Manila and Seattle from 25th November, for flights operating every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Thanks to the increased number of flights, travellers gain greater flexibility to structure their travel plans, with more dates to choose from. These flights offer seamless and convenient connections to PAL’s extensive network across the Philippines, Southeast Asia, North Asia, and Greater China, as well as to numerous US destinations via Alaska Airlines, PAL’s service partner. PAL and Alaska Airlines currently have a frequent flyer partnership that expands travel opportunities for loyal customers. The Alaska Airlines hub at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is recognized as the largest airline hub on the entire U.S. West Coast. Ongoing development The planned expansion aims to meet growing travel demand to and from the US West Coast and beyond, as part of a long-term investment by PAL to develop business and tourist travel flows between the United States and the Philippines. With Seattle, PAL now serves eight destinations in North America, offering nonstop flights to New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Vancouver, Toronto, Honolulu, and Guam. Also, this increase in flights significantly boosts the airline’s cargo capacity of up to 40 tonnes per week between Manila and Seattle.
Philippine Airlines begins Manila – Da Nang service
Philippine flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) officially commenced its thrice-weekly direct services between Manila and Da Nang, Vietnam yesterday, 1st July. Flight PR 585 Manila-Da Nang is scheduled every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 11:10 am, arriving in Da Nang at 12:45 pm. The Da Nang-Manila flight PR 586 flies every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 1:35 p.m., arriving at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport at 5:10 p.m. The airline plans to add more flights to the schedule by November of this year. Bridging nations through flight According to Vietnamese ambassador to the Philippines Lai Thai Binh: “This flight is more than a connection between two cities. It’s a bridge between our people, cultures, and shared dreams.” Lai added that the timing of the launch was significant as the strategic partnership between the Philippines and Vietnam marks its tenth anniversary this year, and 2026 will see the 50th anniversary of Philippines-Vietnam diplomatic relations. Tourism undersecretary Shahlimar Hofer Tamano represented the Department of Tourism at the send-off ceremony, and pointed out how the direct connection corresponds to the growing demand for accessible and enriching tourism experience as Vietnam continues to rise as one of the most visited destinations by Filipino travelers, and the Philippines also welcomes more visitors from Vietnam. Three routes to Vietnam For his part, PAL president Richard Nuttall declared: “We now fly three routes into Vietnam. That speaks of the solid bond of friendship that unites the Filipino and Vietnamese people.” Currently, PAL offers 24 weekly nonstop flights to Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hanoi, including three weekly flights that connect Cebu to Ho Chi Minh City. For the Da Nang flights, PAL flies Airbus A321 airliners that can accommodate 199 passengers.
Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines Commence Daily Flights from Manila to Doha
Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines celebrate the new daily service between Manila and Doha with a ribbon cutting ceremony at Hamad International Airport (DOH). Commemorating the occasion were Philippine Airlines’ President, Richard Nutall; and Philippine Airlines’ Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Atty. Carlos Luis Fernandez, alongside executive delegates from Qatar Airways Group. Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, Thierry Antinori, said: “Qatar Airways is proud to celebrate the start of codeshare flights with Philippine Airlines. This daily service marks the beginning of a strong partnership between our two airlines, paving the way for even closer ties between the Philippines and Qatar for the benefit of both business and leisure travel.” He continued: “We welcome Philippine Airlines to our unrivalled portfolio of airline partnerships which encompasses some of the best airlines in the world. By working closely with Philippine Airlines, we will offer our customers from around the world a seamless travel experience and greater choice for connections to and from the Philippines, through the best hub in the Middle East: Hamad International Airport in Doha.” Philippine Airlines President, Mr. Richard Nuttall, said: "Our strategic partnership with Qatar Airways puts our valued guests in the forefront and enables us to draw from our respective strengths. Together, we can focus clearly on further developing the Philippines-Qatar air travel market while ensuring seamless connections across our respective networks.” “I express my deepest thanks to all the government officials, airport authorities, service partners and other stakeholders whose support is vital for the success of our partnership services. We are truly grateful to be your allies in this worthy endeavor," he added. The daily nonstop flights will be operated on Philippine Airlines’ long-range Airbus A330-300 aircraft in a dual-class configuration, featuring 18 flat-bed seats in an exclusive Business Class cabin and 341 seats in the main Economy Class cabin. Daily flights schedule Manila (MNL) to Doha (DOH) – Flight QR4946/PR684: Departure 18:50, Arrival 23:40 Doha (DOH) to Manila (MNL) – Flight QR4947/PR685: Departure 01:30, Arrival 16:15 Travellers from key markets such as the Brazil, Spain, United Kingdom and United States can enjoy greater choice and enhanced connectivity with Qatar Airways, the ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ as voted by Skytrax in 2025, when planning their trips to the Philippines. Qatar Airways currently serves four key cities in the Philippines – the capital city of Manila, Cebu, Clark and Davao - providing passengers with convenient entry points to some the county’s most dynamic and culturally rich destinations.
Philippine Airlines purchases the Philippines’ first A350-1000
Philippine Airlines announced that the first of the nine A350-1000 aircraft it ordered from Airbus is already on the production line at the latter’s factory in Toulouse, France. The purchase of these aircraft is part of the Philippine flag-carrier’s ongoing modernisation programme. According to PAL president Richard Nuttall: "We're happy to share with you a glimpse into our very first A350-1000. We're set to take delivery of the plane in the fourth quarter of 2025. The fleet game-changer will significantly boost PAL's passenger capacity and reinforce our commitment to delivering world-class service." For his part, airline executive vice-president and chief operating officer Carlos Luis Fernandez remarked that the new aircraft is strategically vital. Fernandez said: "We selected the A350-1000 because it will provide us with the flexibility to balance demand with capacity. The new-generation aircraft are central to responding to the demands of our growing market, regionally and internationally." A game-changing selection The game-changing A350-1000 opens a new chapter in the development of PAL’s transpacific long-haul operations. Fitted with Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, the aircraft flies with a range of up to 16,100 kilometres, offering ultra-long-range connectivity with improved fuel efficiency and reduced carbon emissions. Each A350-1000s can accommodate 382 passengers in a tri-class cabin configuration with distinct cabins allotted for Business Class, Premium Economy, and Economy Class travellers. The aircraft's five main sections, which include the nose, forward fuselage, center fuselage, rear section, and wings, are currently being assembled with allowance for electricity, water, and air systems. Upon assembly, these sections will be shipped to the final assembly line, where the aircraft will be fitted with advanced onboard systems, ducts, and control cables. Airbus employs rigorous quality checks and testing as it assembles the planes to make sure that every aircraft meets high standards and specifications. The additional eight A350-1000s are slated for production and eventual delivery to the Philippine flag carrier from 2026 to 2028.
Philippine Airlines honours cabin crews on International Flight Attendant Day
The Philippine Airlines (PAL) Group recently marked International Flight Attendant Day with vibrant celebrations honouring the dedication and service of its cabin crew through music, festivities, and meaningful tributes. Cheekily titled Crewchella, the celebration kicked off with a bazaar organised by PAL Cabin Services on 29th May at the PAL Inflight Centre which offered crew members a variety of interactive experiences. On 30th May, more than 100 crew members took part in the Crewchella Music Festival which served as both a tribute and a platform to showcase the talents of PAL's cabin crew. PAL’s acting assistant vice-president for cabin services Rowena Clemente said of the event: "This special musical celebration paid tribute to the dedicated service of our cabin crew and served as an avenue to showcase their musical talent.” Honouring unsung heroes For her part, PAL Express assistant vice-president for cabin crew operations Michelle Mariano lauded flight staff whom she referred to as the unsung heroes of the aviation sector. She said: "They are the unsung heroes of the skies who are capable of responding to extraordinary situations in flight and who ensure that passengers receive care and comfort marked by our trademark brand of heartfelt service.” As part of the celebration, the PAL Group also presented service awards to long-serving cabin crew members, recognizing those who have completed 20 to 35 years of exemplary service and committed to safety and heartfelt service.
Philippine Airlines’ new leadership team to further drive its growth
Philippine Airlines Inc. (PAL) affirmed its readiness to expand its global presence and strengthen its position as a competitive player in international aviation, as its Board reported strong financial results for 2024 during the airline’s annual stockholders meeting last 29th May. At the same meeting, the Board also formalised the appointments of Richard Nuttall as president and Carlos Luis Fernandez as executive vice-president and chief operating officer. PAL chair and chief executive officer Lucio C Tan remarked: “Our financial stability reflects disciplined management and a clear strategic direction. With a strengthened leadership team, we believe PAL is well-positioned to navigate the challenges of an increasingly competitive global market and grow further.” Philippine Airlines' new president Richard Nuttall A stellar report For his part, PAL Holdings Inc president Lucio C Tan III declared: “Philippine Airlines delivered solid financial results, expanded its network, and maintained high standards of operational reliability, amid global challenges that have continued to impact the airline industry. These positive outcomes have led to stronger financial footing, renewed stakeholder confidence, and better preparedness for PAL for its future growth initiatives.” The Philippine flag carrier achieved a net margin of five percent, surpassing the global industry average of three percent as it registered a net income of US$151.1 million and an operating income of US$314.4 million. With regard to its performance in the first quarter of 2025, PAL recorded a net income of US$77 million and operating income of US$75 million, sustaining its profitability trajectory. The airline operated 110,867 flights and carried 15.6 million passengers on flights to 32 cities in the Philippines and 37 cities in Asia, North America, the Middle East, and Oceania. It should be noted at this point that PAL is preparing for a significant fleet upgrade with the planned delivery of nine Airbus A350-1000 long-range aircraft, the first of which is scheduled to arrive by end of the year. PAL is also strengthening its competitive edge by expanding nonstop routes and forming new inter-airline partnerships to improve connectivity to global markets and offer customers greater access to more destinations.
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5th Civil Aviation South East Asia Summit 2022
The aviation industry in Southeast Asia has recorded significant growth over the past few years. The total seat capacity of Southeast Asia airlines experienced double-digit growth in the four-year period of 2009-2013. It has established itself as one of the world’s fastest growing aviation markets – and has huge potential for more rapid growth. Nearly all of the 10 countries that comprise ASEAN have robust economies and expanding middle classes, resulting in a favorable environment for airlines.
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