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.
1202 Articles27 CommentsPhilippine Airlines has been recognized by aviation analytics firm Cirium as the most punctual airline in the Asia Pacific region for April 2025.
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMay 11, 2025Korean Air and Delta Air Lines are acquiring minority stakes in WestJet to deepen their global partnerships and improve connectivity across continents.
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMay 11, 2025AirAsia Philippines is actively preparing for an anticipated increase in airport activity as the May 12, 2025, national and local elections draw near....
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMay 11, 2025The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) announced that all commercially operated airports under its jurisdiction are on heightened alert. This preparation...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMay 10, 2025Cebu Pacific reported a record ₱30.4 billion in revenue for the first quarter of 2025—up 20% year-on-year—driven by strong passenger growth and expanded...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMay 9, 2025Escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan have led to significant disruptions in air travel, with numerous airlines re-routing or cancelling flights to...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMay 7, 2025Philippine Airlines (PAL) has inaugurated direct flights connecting Cebu and Ho Chi Minh City, establishing the first nonstop air link between Central Visayas...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMay 5, 2025A tragic vehicular accident occurred earlier today at the departure level of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1. Initial reports confirmed that...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMay 4, 2025New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) has announced plans to remove 27 abandoned aircraft from various locations at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) as...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMay 3, 2025Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Alaska Airlines have announced a new strategic partnership that will soon allow members of both airlines’ loyalty programs to...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMay 3, 2025