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.
1005 Articles27 CommentsCebu Pacific, the country’s leading low-cost carrier, is celebrating The Eras Tour of pop superstar Taylor Swift with a special flight number and...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJanuary 31, 2024With a decision that could reshape the Philippine aviation landscape, low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific is meticulously weighing its options before awarding a potential...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJanuary 31, 2024American Airlines flight 271 from Los Angeles to Maui experienced a hard landing at Kahului Airport on Saturday, January 27th, 2024, resulting in...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJanuary 30, 2024National flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) wants to expand its fleet with two additional wide-body jets to support its long-haul operations. Previously, PAL...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJanuary 30, 2024A record-breaking number of international air service agreements were signed at the recent International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Air Services Negotiation (ICAN) event,...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJanuary 30, 2024Aviation enthusiasts in the Philippines can catch a glimpse of a rare aircraft as the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) deploys its...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJanuary 30, 2024National flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) achieved an impressive 8th place ranking in the Asia-Pacific region for on-time performance (OTP) in 2023, according...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJanuary 29, 2024Have you ever peered out the window at a sleek jetliner and wondered, “Airbus or Boeing?” As a frequent flier, you’ve likely encountered...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJanuary 28, 2024The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has formally turned over a decommissioned Fokker F27 Friendship aircraft to the City Government of Silay, Negros Occidental,...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJanuary 28, 2024AirAsia Philippines capped off a successful 2023 with a 91% load factor, a 2% increase over 2022, and a 57% jump in passenger...
ByDirk Andrei SalcedoJanuary 27, 2024