Dirk is the founder and editor-in-chief of Aviation Updates Philippines (AUP), a platform dedicated to providing the latest news and insights on the aviation industry in the Philippines. With a strong passion for aviation and a background in computer engineering, he manages all aspects of AUP, from website development to content curation.
1248 Articles43 CommentsPhilippine Airlines will operate seasonal nonstop flights between Manila and Sapporo three times a week starting November 2025.
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJuly 8, 2025AirAsia has signed an agreement with Airbus for 50 A321XLR aircraft with rights for an additional 20. The deal, valued at USD 12.25...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJuly 5, 2025Mactan-Cebu International Airport has been recognized by Skytrax as the world's seventh most improved airport for 2025.
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJuly 4, 2025Philippine Airlines will expand its Manila-Seattle route from three to five weekly flights starting November 25, 2025, just one year after launching the...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJuly 3, 2025Philippine Airlines has commenced its new thrice-weekly direct service between Manila and Da Nang, Vietnam.
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJuly 1, 2025Qantas Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR aircraft, making it the Asia-Pacific launch operator of the new long-range single-aisle jet.
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJuly 1, 2025Philippine Airlines and Qatar Airways have commenced daily codeshare flights between Manila and Doha to expand travel connectivity.
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJune 30, 2025Air Hong Kong has completed its re-fleeting program, now operating an all-Airbus A330F fleet after retiring its last A300-600F.
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJune 29, 2025AirAsia renews partnership with the Leyte provincial government, offering affordable fares to boost tourism and regional connectivity.
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJune 28, 2025CAAP and Aireon signed an MOU to enhance airspace safety using data analytics tools and satellite-based surveillance.
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJune 27, 2025