Philippine Airlines (PAL) is set to install locally manufactured aircraft seats on its narrow-body fleet—the first collaboration of its kind between the flag carrier and Collins Aerospace’s Philippines facility.
Airline executives, led by President Stanley Ng, recently conducted a First Article Inspection (FAI) of the Pinnacle main cabin seats at the Collins Aerospace facility in Tanauan City, Batangas.
The event was also attended by representatives from the Philippine government’s Department of Trade and Industry and the U.S. Embassy.
“This collaboration between Collins Aerospace and Philippine Airlines represents a significant step forward for the Philippines’ aerospace industry,” said Mary DeStaffan, senior director of Operations at Collins Aerospace Philippines.
“The expansion of Collins’ main cabin seating production at our Philippines location, in addition to installing the seats to fly on the nation’s flag carrier soon, showcases our facility’s world-class capabilities and demonstrates the potential for growth in the local aerospace sector.”
The seats are designed to provide enhanced passenger comfort with a modular design that balances durability and passenger amenities.
“Philippine Airlines is proud to partner with Collins Aerospace in this initiative,” said PAL President Stanley Ng.
“This collaboration aligns with our commitment to supporting local industry while ensuring our passengers enjoy the highest standards of comfort and safety. Being the first airline in the country to install locally made seats adds a special significance to our fleet enhancement program.”
The Collins Aerospace facility in Tanauan City, operational since 2012, produces a range of cabin interior products. The site expanded its capabilities in 2024 to include main cabin seat production.
PAL operates a fleet of Airbus A320 and Airbus A321 aircraft in its narrow-body fleet.
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