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.
1187 Articles27 CommentsThe Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has announced its partnership with Philippine Airlines (PAL) to host a major regional event. The Asia...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoApril 9, 2025Taiwan’s EVA Air has confirmed a firm order for six A350-1000 widebody aircraft and three A321neo single-aisle jets, finalizing a commitment initially announced...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoApril 8, 2025Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced the launch of nonstop flights between Manila and Da Nang, commencing July 1, 2025. This new service will...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoApril 7, 2025United Airlines is expanding its presence in the Philippines by adding a second daily flight between San Francisco and Manila, giving passengers more...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoApril 5, 2025Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced a significant expansion of its Mactan-Cebu International Airport hub operations. The move comes in anticipation of heightened travel...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoApril 3, 2025The United States State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) package featuring F-16 fighter jets for the Government of the...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoApril 2, 2025Cebu Pacific has once again been recognized as the Best Airline at the prestigious 2025 Routes Asia Awards. This marks the second consecutive...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoApril 2, 2025China Airlines has officially finalized its order for ten Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, confirming the commitment initially announced in December 2024. The agreement was...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMarch 31, 2025A Cessna 152 aircraft operated by Pilipinas Space Aviation Academy Inc. crashed this morning in Lingayen, Pangasinan, resulting in the deaths of both...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMarch 30, 2025Budget carrier Cebu Pacific is implementing notable operational changes, relocating portions of its ATR turboprop fleet to Clark International Airport while simultaneously upgrading...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoMarch 30, 2025