Philippine Airlines emerges from bankruptcy
Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced it has emerged from its voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings as a more efficient airline with a strengthened balance sheet
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Philippine Airlines: No more job cuts in path to recovery plan
No further job cuts are planned, according to Philippine Airlines president Gilbert Santa Maria, as the flag carrier bets on the return of passengers and steady growth in cargo flights,…
Philippine Airlines files for bankruptcy; Tan family remains committed to carrier
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has filed for bankruptcy as air travel continues to falter amid the pandemic.
Philippine Airlines will require face shields on flights
Starting August 15, Philippine Airlines will require all passengers to wear face shields, on top of the mandatory face masks, on all flights.
Philippine airlines and airport to implement “new normal” protocol
It is still unknown when Filipinos can fly again as the enhanced community quarantine was extended twice yet the number of new COVID-19 cases in the country continue to rise, but…
Same problem, different actions: Cebu Pacific execs take paycut to avoid layoffs
Everyone is the travel industry is having a hard time due to the effects of coronavirus. The senior managers of Cebu Pacific have decided to take the hit for the company instead of laying…
Lucio Tan Sr. takes over PAL as president and chairman
In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, PAL Holdings said that tycoon Lucio Tan Sr. was appointed by the board of directors as company’s president “on concurrent capacity” to his…
Philippine Airlines ferries stranded passengers due to coronavirus
Philippine Airlines (PAL) made two special flights on its Manila-Xiamen route to ferry passengers stranded because of the travel ban imposed on China due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Philippine Airlines warns on “phishing site” giving away plane tickets
Philippine Airlines warned the public on a fake ad circulating online supposedly offering travellers a chance to win plane tickets.
Philippine Airlines schedules special replacement flights for cancelled trips by Typhoon Kammuri
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it would operate special replacement flights on certain routes to assist passengers affected by the Typhoon Kammuri that is currently bashing the…
Philippine Airlines president passes away two weeks after takeover
The newly appointed president and chief operating officer of Philippine Airlines operator PAL Holdings, Inc., Lucio K. Tan, Jr., passed away on Monday at the age of 53.
PAL’s pop up partnership with Bong Bong’s Manila Kanteen hits Oxford Street
Philippine Airlines, providers of the only non-stop service between London and Manila, has launched a partnership with Filipino restaurant Bong Bong’s Manila Kanteen to run throughout the…
PAL offers up to 100MB free in-flight WIFI
Philippine Airlines gifts its passengers with 30MB complimentary in-flight WIFI for regular passengers and 100MB for passengers in business class.
Philippine Airlines muses re-IPO to raise funds
Philippine Airlines is considering the sale of shares to raise funds for expansion and comply with upcoming regulations requiring publicly traded firms to widen their public ownership.
ANA takes a seat in PAL
ANA Holdings will take a seat on the board of PAL Holdings, parent company of Philippine Airlines, after taking a 9.5% stake in the company.
PAL launches three way capital-to-capital routes connecting SE Asia to London
Philippine Airlines (PAL), has announced the launch of the first direct link connecting the Philippines to the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, from the airline’s Manila hub.
Flights adjusted as Mactan Cebu International Airport runway undergoes rehab
Several domestic and international flights to and from the Mactan-Cebu International Airport will be cancelled or rescheduled from 1-21 September due to the extremely important runway…
PAL upgrades London-Manila flight; introduces premium economy to Europe
Philippine Airlines launch Airbus A350-900 in the UK.
PAL Filipino Food Festival launches in London
Following on from its Great Australian Challenge competition when Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Tourism Australia challenged the travel agencies of the UK to show-off their knowledge of down…
Audley Travel grabs first place at the Great Australian Challenge
The Great Australian Challenge, Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Tourism Australia’s annual agent event, took place on Tuesday 1 May at London’s Hippodrome in Leicester Square. The competition…
Philippine Airlines extends winter sale
Philippine Airlines is extending its Winter Sale promotion until the end of this month.
Bookings in the UK have increased by 87% in January compared to the same month in 2017.
In…
Philippine Airlines launches winter seat sale
Philippine Airlines has launched The Great Winter Seat Sale with return flights from London Heathrow to Taipei in Taiwan from £469.
Flights to Manila start from £549 inclusive of taxes.…
Philippine Airlines ready to set hearts racing
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is to launch a new brand equity campaign which the airline believes is poised to win over foreign leisure travellers from international markets with the theme:…
Philippine Airlines to jet between Cebu and Bangkok
Following public demand for direct non-stop flights from Asian destinations to the Central Visayas, home of the white sands of Cebu, in the Philippines, Philippine Airlines will be opening a…
Philippine Airlines introduce the B777-300ER to London-Manila
Philippine Airlines launches the new B777-300ER aircraft on the London - Manila route, which substantially enhances the passenger travel experience and increases capacity for the airline.
Philippine Airlines launches B777-300ER on London-Manila route
Philippine Airlines has launched the new B777-300ER aircraft on the London - Manila route.
While the inaugural flight left Heathrow on 19 September, daily flights for the B777-300ER start…
Philippine Airlines offers free domestic flights
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is offering free onward flights to Philippine domestic destinations with its Philippines Travel Free offer.
The airline's non-stop flights from London…
Philippine Airlines offers free onboard Wi-Fi
Philippine Airlines has started to offer free Wi-Fi to passengers on its international flights.
Under the new initiative, PAL will provide 30 minutes or 15MB of complimentary…
PAL to fly non-stop to New Zealand
Philippine Airlines will launch direct flights to New Zealand later this year, reducing the current travelling time between Manila and Auckland by more than two hours.
The national…
PAL to fly new 777 daily to London
Philippine Airlines will boost its European operations next month with the deployment of its latest long-haul aircraft on the Manila-London route.
On 19 September 2017, the national…
PAL’s newest aircraft enters service
Philippine Airlines’ newest type of aircraft, the Bombardier Q400, has entered commercial service.
The turboprop received a water cannon salute prior to its maiden journey from Cebu…
Win with Aviate and Philippine Airlines
From now until 31 December this year, every group booking which is confirmed with Philippine Airlines through Aviate, will receive a free bottle of Don Papa Rum.
To receive the gift,…
Philippine Airlines receives award for cabin service
Philippine Airlines has been voted Fourth Best Airline Worldwide for Cabin Service by readers of SmartTravelAsia.com.
Smart Travel Asia – an independent online travel magazine with…
Philippine Airlines boosts domestic routes with world-first aircraft
Philippine Airlines has taken delivery of the world’s first two-class, 86-seat Bombardier Q400 turboprop aircraft.
The new aircraft is the first of an order for 12 Q400s placed by PAL…
Philippine Airlines is the official airline partner of Indonesian Weekend London 2017
London's largest festival of Indonesian culture has announced Philippine Airlines (PAL) as its Official Airline partner for 2017.
To promote Indonesia as a premium tourist destination,…
Asian air route updates from PAL, AirAsia, Hong Kong Airlines and more
Tianjin Airlines starts flying to Vladivostok
Where? Tianjin (China) to Vladivostok, pictured (Russia)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately
Who? Tianjin Airlines
Why? Connecting…
Philippine Airlines ranks amongst top ten most improved airlines
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has been recognised as being among the World's 10 Most Improved Airlines, a category within the Skytrax World Airline Awards.
The airline was ranked at six,…
Philippine Airlines is AFL Europe official partner
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it is the Official Airline Partner of AFL Europe.
The partnership will assist the ongoing development of Australian Football in Europe,…
Philippine Airlines introduces premium economy on A330s
Philippine Airlines has started to reconfigure its Airbus A330-300 aircraft with a new three-class layout, which includes the introduction of its new premium economy class.
The…
Philippine Airlines returns to KL
Philippine Airlines has resumed daily flights to Kuala Lumpur after a three-year absence.
The new service took off on Thursday (8 June 2017) and coincided with the start of a codeshare…
PAL employees offered Uber rides to work
Philippine Airlines has formed a new partnership with Uber, aimed at providing its employees with a new way of getting to work.
Under the "uberHOP" ride-sharing service, employees…
Palawan tourism boosted by airport expansion
The Philippine island of Palawan is now able to welcome more visitors, following the expansion of Puerto Princesa International Airport - the island's main gateway.
Opened on 4 May…
PAL equips crew with tablets
Philippine Airlines is aiming to improve its in-flight service by equipping its crew members with tablets.
The national carrier has rolled out SITA's OnAir solution, which allows…
Premium PAL goes non-stop on Middle East routes
Philippine Airlines will enhance its Middle Eastern operations this month, with the launch of all-non-stop flights and premium seats on routes to seven destinations in the region.…
Asian air route updates: China Southern Airlines, AirAsia X and more
THAI expands connections with neighbour
Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Kota Kinabalu, pictured (Malaysia)
When? Daily, effective 26 March 2017
Who? Thai Smile
Why? Long-awaited direct…
Philippine Airlines sheds seats to capture premium market
Philippine Airlines will remove more than 100 seats from some of its aircraft in a bid to woo more premium passengers.
Eight of the national carrier's 414-seat Airbus A330-300s will be…
Philippine Airlines expands operations at Clark
Philippine Airlines is ramping up its operations at Clark International Airport, north of Manila.
The national carrier is aiming to ease pressure at Manila's Ninoy Aquino…
Philippine Airlines revamps inter-island fleet
Philippine Airlines has finalised a deal that will improve its ability to serve domestic inter-island routes.
The national carrier has confirmed an order with Bombardier for up to 12…
Philippine Airlines adds second Singapore route
Philippine Airlines will launch two new routes from Cebu this month, including a direct connection to Singapore.
The national carrier has confirmed that its non-stop Cebu-Singapore…
PAL harnesses Sabre tech to boost revenue
Philippine Airlines has chosen to adopt Sabre's AirVision Commercial Analytics solution in order to improve its revenue-generating capabilities.
This new technology brings commercial…
PAL gets long-haul Christmas presents
Philippine Airlines is expanding its fleet of long-haul aircraft, enabling it to mount additional flights to North America.
The national carrier recently took delivery of its seventh…
Philippine Airlines beefs up long-haul fleet
Philippine Airlines has boosted its long-haul fleet with the arrival of a new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
Leased from Intrepid Aviation, the new twin-aisle aircraft will be primarily…
Philippine Airlines unveils global Wi-Fi service
Philippine Airlines has launched a new service that provides travellers with global mobile internet coverage for a flat fee.
The new 'myPALRoam' solution, which has been developed in…
Philippine Airlines adds Hawaiian connections
Philippine Airlines has formed a new partnership with Hawaiian Airlines for flights between Manila and the Aloha State.
Under the new codeshare arrangement, passengers travelling on…
Philippine Airlines launches new Saipan service
Philippine Airlines will launch a new direct flight between Manila and Pacific island of Saipan this week.
The new twice weekly services get underway on 15 June and are being targeted…
Philippine Airlines adds new Pacific island destination
Philippine Airlines will expand its route map in the Pacific this summer with the launch of a new route to Saipan, in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Commencing on 15 June 2016, the…
Philippine Airlines eyes Paris and Rome in major expansion
Philippine Airlines is planning to expand its European network in the coming years, including the launch of direct flights to Paris and Rome.
The national carrier recently placed an…
Philippine Airlines selects A350 for long-haul future
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has selected the Airbus A350 aircraft as the future of its long-haul fleet.
In a deal signed at the Singapore Airshow, the national carrier agreed to acquire…
Philippine Airlines to start flying to Saipan
Philippine Airlines will launch a new service to the Pacific island of Saipan this summer.
Commencing on 15 June 2016, the route will operate twice a week direct from Manila. Located…
New Zealand gets connected with new international routes
Two significant air routes are launching this week, connecting New Zealand with Southeast Asia and South America.
Last night, Air New Zealand’s inaugural flight to Argentina’s capital…
Philippine Airlines launches first flights to New Zealand
Philippine Airlines will launch its first flights to New Zealand on Wednesday, as it continues to expand its network in Oceania.
Commencing on 2 December 2015, the national carrier…
Philippine Airlines revamps FFP
Philippine Airlines has relaunched its frequent flyer programme, promising members more options for earning and redeeming miles.
The new Mabuhay Miles programme now provides greater…
Philippine Airlines adds more New York seats
Philippine Airlines will increase capacity on its Manila-New York route this month, with the deployment of a new Boeing 777 aircraft to the Big Apple.
The B777-300ER aircraft will be…
Philippine Airlines flies daily to Sydney
Philippine Airlines will increase the frequency of its Manila-Sydney route next month.
Effective 25 October, the national carrier will operate daily flights to Australia's largest…
Philippine Airlines “concerned” by UAE air talks
Philippine Airlines says it is concerned about the number of flights that could be offered to UAE-based carriers under new bilateral talks.
At a media briefing, the national carrier…
Philippine Airlines to fly direct from Cebu to LA
Philippine Airlines announced plans to launch the first ever direct flights between Cebu City and Los Angeles.
Commencing on 15 March 2016, to coincide with the national carrier's…
Philippine Airlines flies to Papua New Guinea
Philippine Airlines will continue its international expansion later this year, with the introduction of its first scheduled services to Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea.…
Philippine Airlines retimes London flights
Philippine Airlines has adjusted the timing of its Manila-London service.
The four weekly outbound flights will still depart the Philippine capital every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and…
Philippines Airlines to launch New Zealand flights
Philippine Airlines has announced plans to expand its network in Oceania, including the launch of its first flights to New Zealand.
On 1 December 2015, the national carrier will…
Philippine Airlines posts first profit in four years
PAL Holdings, the parent company of Philippine Airlines, posted a PHP787 million (US$17.8m) in 2014 - its first full-year profit in four years.
In a report filed with the Securities…
Philippine Airlines adds new route to China
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it will launch a new route to China this month.
Commencing on 29 March 2015, the national carrier will operate direct flights from Manila…
PAL adds Canadian connections with WestJet
Philippine Airlines has expanded its partnership with WestJet, offering passengers more connections across Canada.
The new codeshare agreement will allow PAL to place its 'PR' code…
PAL adds Japanese routes
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will expand its Japanese operations later this year, with the launch of flights connecting Cebu with Osaka and Nagoya.
Commencing on 19 December 2014, the…
Philippine Airlines flies to New York
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will expand its US network next year, with the launch of flights to New York.
On 15 March 2015, the national carrier will commence four weekly flights between…
ANA teams up with Philippine Airlines
Japan's All Nippon Airways (ANA) has formed a major new partnership with Philippine Airlines (PAL), aimed at improving and streamlining services between the two countries.
The…
Philippine Airlines becomes latest Etihad partner
Etihad Airways has made Philippine Airlines its latest strategic partner.
The partnership will initially include a codeshare with the PR and EY codes to be placed on flights between…
PAL wants more Canada flights
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is planning to increase the number of flights it offers to Canada.
The Philippine government recently secured an additional seven weekly services to Canada,…
PAL unveils new business class seat
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has unveiled its new business class cabin products.
The national carrier has taken delivery of its first new Airbus A330-300 aircraft to be equipped with two…
Philippine Airlines bans shark fins
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has joined the battle against the shark fin trade.
The airline has adjusted its freight policy to stop the shipment of shark fins aboard all PAL aircraft.…
Philippines boosted by Etihad deal
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has secured a new partnership with Etihad Airways that has the potential to significantly enhance tourism flows into the Philippines.
The national carrier…
Philippine Airlines to fly new 777 to US
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is planning to deploy its newest long-haul aircraft to the US, following the decision to ease restrictions on the carrier.
The Philippines' aviation safety…
Philippines removed from US aviation blacklist
The Philippines’ aviation safety rating has been raised by the US.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced on Wednesday that the country was found to be compliant with…
PAL launches new Tokyo service
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has commenced a new service between Manila and Tokyo.
The new route, which commenced on 30 March 2014, sees the national carrier operate twice daily flights…
PAL to launch new Tokyo service
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will launch a new service to Tokyo Haneda Airport this summer.
Commencing on 30 March 2014, the national carrier will operate twice daily flights to the…
Travel Daily Asia’s Review of 2013
So another year has passed; how was it for you?
Asia’s travel industry began the year with high hopes, following record tourist arrivals in 2012. Despite the eurozone slump and…
PAL expands Middle East network
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has expanded its Middle Eastern network with the launch of services to two cities in Saudi Arabia - Riyadh and Dammam.
The new Manila-Riyadh service…
PAL Express goes long-haul
PAL Express has launched its first ever long-haul flights, connecting Manila and Dubai.
Philippine Airlines' low-cost carrier commenced its inaugural flight to Dubai this week,…
Philippine Airlines commences London route
Philippine Airlines’ first flight from Manila to London in 15 years will land at Heathrow this afternoon ready to attend World Travel Market.
PAL’s president Ramon S. Ang will be…
PAL returns to the Middle East
Philippine Airlines (PAL) resumed flights to the Middle East this week, with the launch of a new service between Manila and Abu Dhabi.
The national carrier welcomed a brand new Airbus…
Airlines change terminals at Changi
Four airlines will move their operations to new terminals at Singapore's Changi airport over the next month.
Changi Airport Group (CAG) revealed on Friday that Asiana Airlines, Lion…
Philippine Airlines announces London route
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced it will launch flights from London to Manila in November after a ban on European routes was lifted.
Services from Heathrow under the flag…
Philippine Airlines to resume UAE flights next month
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced it is to operate a direct daily flight from Abu Dhabi to Manila starting 1 October, according to a report in Khaleej Times.
The service is the…
PAL to recruit more staff
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is hiring more staff as it expands its fleet and route map.
The national carrier took delivery of the first of 65 new aircraft last week, an Airbus A321,…
PAL welcomes first A321
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321.
The new single-aisle aircraft was handed over to the airline last week in a ceremony at the Airbus factory in…
PAL flies to Guangzhou
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has launched flights to Guangzhou.
The new service will operate four times a week, direct from Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), departing…
Philippine Airlines adopts Amadeus technology
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has selected a new series of new business intelligence tools to help manage its expansion.
The national carrier, which recently announced its intention to…
Philippine Airlines spreads wings in Australia
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has expanded its operations in Australia, with the launch of new flights to Perth, Darwin and Brisbane.
The Manila-based national carrier’s first service to…
PAL receives fifth B777
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has taken delivery of its fifth new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The new twin-aisle jet arrived at Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport recently…
PAL spreads wings across Asia
Philippines Airlines (PAL) has announced a major route expansion plan, with the launch of flights to six new destinations across Asia Pacific and the Middle East.
From May to October this…
PAL to fly direct to Toronto
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will launch direct flights to Toronto next month.
From 30 November 2012, the airline will fly from Manila to Toronto's Pearson International Airport, marking PAL's…
PAL to boost Australian services
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will increase its Australian services from the end of next month.
Effective 28 October, the national carrier will operate direct flights from Manila to both Sydney…
Philippine Airlines places largest ever aircraft order
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has placed a firm order with Airbus for 54 new aircraft - the largest single commercial aircraft order in the history of the Philippines.
The deal, which is…
Asian Aviation Briefs
Turkish Airlines launches Mongolia flights
Turkish Airlines has launched its first ever flight to Mongolia. On Monday 2 July, the national carrier commenced its new service from Istanbul to…
PAL to deploy B777 on Australian routes
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will start operating its new Boeing 777-300ER on all Australian services next month.
From 30 June 2012, the Manila-based national carrier will fly the B777 to both…
