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Cebu Pacific adds 12th aircraft to fleet in 2024

Airline continues fleet expansion with new A321neo arrival

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Cebu Pacific Airbus A321neo, registered RP-C4146, at Airbus' Hamburg facility prior to delivery in September 2024. (Photo: Cebu Pacific)

Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific received its 12th aircraft delivery for 2024 on September 26. The new Airbus A321-271N, configured with 236 seats, arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) as part of the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization and network expansion efforts.

This delivery follows the arrival of an A320neo just two weeks prior, highlighting Cebu Pacific’s rapid fleet growth this year.

This latest aircraft delivery aligns with our goal of enhancing our fleet and expanding our network to better serve every Juan. With each fuel-efficient aircraft we welcome to our fleet, we are taking steps toward achieving our net zero goal by 2050, while continuing to open more routes and introduce new destinations for our passengers.

Xander Lao, Cebu Pacific President & Chief Commercial Officer

The A321neo is part of Airbus’ latest-generation aircraft family, known for improved fuel efficiency and reduced noise levels.

According to Airbus, these new aircraft consume 15% less fuel per flight compared to their predecessors, resulting in lower carbon emissions.

The newly delivered A321neo, registered as RP-C4146, was ferried from Hamburg to Manila via Muscat and Ho Chi Minh City between September 25 and 26.

Cebu Pacific’s fleet now includes nine Airbus A330s, 40 Airbus A320s, 23 Airbus A321s, and 15 ATR turboprop aircraft.

The carrier’s focus on fleet modernization aligns with industry trends towards more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft.

Written by
Dirk Andrei Salcedo

An aviation enthusiast turned creator of the top aviation news portal in the Philippines, Dirk has a deep passion for everything that flies. When he's not keeping his finger on the pulse of the industry, he also volunteers with a major humanitarian organization, impacting people on the ground and in the sky.

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