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Airlines

PAL posts P3.9 billion profit for Q1 2025

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has reported a net income of USD 77 million (PHP 3.9 billion) for the first quarter of 2025. This achievement...

Defense

US State Department approves potential sale of F-16 Block 70 fighters to the Philippines

The Philippines’ air power modernization efforts received a significant boost following the US State Department’s recent approval of a potential sale of F-16...

Airports

Aboitiz InfraCapital enhances customer service at Laguindingan Airport

Aboitiz InfraCapital, Inc. (AIC) has implemented a comprehensive customer service improvement program at Laguindingan Airport as it prepares to assume operations of Northern...

Airlines

PAL, Qatar Airways launch codeshare partnership on Manila-Doha route

Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Qatar Airways (QR) have announced a strategic partnership, set to enhance travel options between the Philippines, Qatar, and beyond....

Airlines

PAL taps Richard Nuttall as new president to lead international push

Philippine Airlines appoints former SriLankan Airlines CEO Richard Nuttall as its new president effective May 29, 2025, as part of its strategy to...

Airlines

AirAsia Philippines introduces new affordable Santan summer menu onboard

AirAsia Philippines is heating up the summer travel season with a new range of affordable inflight menu options. The airline aims to enhance...

Airports

CAAP hikes passenger service charge rates starting April 21

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has announced adjustments to the Passenger Service Charge (PSC), commonly known as the terminal fee,...

Planemaker

Boeing 737 MAX intended for China returns to US amid escalating trade tensions

A Boeing 737 MAX jet, originally destined for a Chinese airline, has unexpectedly returned to the United States from China. According to CNBC...

Airlines

AirAsia Philippines announces massive Easter seat sale with 14 million seats available

AirAsia Philippines is celebrating Easter with the return of its popular “All Seats, All Flights” promotion. The airline announced a massive sale offering...

Regulatory

CAAP intensifies safety measures around PH airports

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has directed its commercially operated airports to enhance safety measures. This initiative aims to safeguard...

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