
Monsoon and Gusty Winds Cause Flight Cancellations in Batanes, Philippines
Philippine Airlines flights to Batanes were cancelled due to strong tailwinds and heavy rains from the southwest monsoon, marking the sixth such cancellation.
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Philippine Airlines flights to Batanes were cancelled due to strong tailwinds and heavy rains from the southwest monsoon, marking the sixth such cancellation.

Philippine Airlines has signed an agreement to purchase 15 Boeing 787 aircraft, with rights for five additional planes. This marks the airline's first order with Boeing in two decades.

A Saudia plane struck a Philippine Airlines (PAL) aircraft at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), prompting an investigation. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Boeing is reportedly poised to secure its first order from Philippine Airlines in over a decade, marking a significant win for the aircraft manufacturer.

The Department of Tourism has announced the appointment of three new undersecretaries, including former Philippine Airlines chief Stanley Ng.
Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines have announced a strengthened partnership, aiming to expand their market reach and offer enhanced benefits for loyalty members.

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has inaugurated a new direct flight service connecting Manila, Philippines, with Palau, a Pacific island nation renowned for its marine attractions.
Japanese police have referred a former Al-Qaeda leader, currently imprisoned in the US, for prosecution in connection with a 1994 Philippine Airlines bombing near Okinawa that killed a Japanese passenger, concluding the investigation.
Philippine airlines have announced the suspension of flights to the Middle East until March 28, likely due to the escalating regional conflict and associated travel risks.

Four years after emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Philippine Airlines, led by Lucio Tan III, is experiencing a resurgence and is betting on a continued travel boom.
Philippine Airlines has placed orders for new aircraft, including nine Airbus A350 jets with rights for five more, and up to 20 Boeing 787 Dreamliners. These significant purchases aim to expand and modernize the airline's fleet.

Delta Air Lines announced plans to introduce nonstop flights between Los Angeles and Manila starting in 2027, becoming the sole US carrier on this route and challenging Philippine Airlines.

Philippine Airlines has secured $300 million through the issuance of senior notes, bolstering its financial capacity for a reported acquisition of new widebody aircraft.

A Philippine Airlines flight bound for Hong Kong experienced a temporary delay at Ninoy Aquino International Airport due to an unspecified security concern. The airline confirmed the incident but did not provide further details.

Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) is set to join the oneworld Alliance as its 16th member, promising a new experience for its passengers and marking a significant chapter for the airline and the country.

Philippine Airlines has announced the cancellation of flights to Doha and Dubai until late June and early August, respectively, citing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Philippine Airlines announced the resumption of its Manila-Riyadh flights on April 10, with a new refueling stop in Bangkok necessitated by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Philippine Airlines president Richard Nuttall says most of their long-haul fights go to the US and Canada, which he believes 'will not be running out of jet fuel'
Amid escalating security tensions in parts of the Middle East, Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific have announced flight diversions, cancellations and flexible rebooking options to prioritize the…

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has debunked a viral Thai article that falsely identified an active pilot, Larry Malpaya, as homeless, with Thai PBS World subsequently retracting its story.
Billionaire Lucio Tan's Philippine Airlines has placed a significant order for up to 34 new aircraft from both Airbus and Boeing. This expansion aims to modernize and grow the airline's fleet.
Philippine Airlines plans to order 15 Boeing 787-10 and nine Airbus A350-1000 aircraft to expand its fleet.
Billionaire Lucio Tan's Philippine Airlines has successfully raised $300 million in its first bond sale since emerging from bankruptcy, signaling a significant step in its financial recovery.

A Philippine Airlines flight bound for Hong Kong was temporarily suspended following a security threat, which authorities later declared clear.
Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines have strengthened their partnership, expanding benefits for their respective loyalty program members.

A Philippine Airlines flight from Dumaguete to Manila made an emergency landing at Iloilo International Airport due to insufficient oxygen supply in the cabin.
Philippine carriers have announced the suspension of additional flights to the Middle East, citing ongoing regional conflict and security concerns.

A fact-check has debunked claims that Baste Duterte personally sent a chartered plane for the repatriation of Overseas Filipino Workers from the Middle East, clarifying that Philippine Airlines' efforts are coordinated with government authorities.

MANILA, Philippines — Following concerns about security amid Iran airstrike reports, flights for Middle East routes were cancelled and diverted, the Philippine Airlines announced Saturday.