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PAL Brings Flagship A350-1000 to Davao for Kadayawan Festival 2026

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PHILIPPINE Airlines (PAL) will deploy its flagship Airbus A350-1000 aircraft to Davao City in celebration of the Kadayawan Festival on select days in August, giving travelers the chance to experience the airline’s newest and most advanced wide-body jet during the height of the festivities.

Configured with 42 full-flat Business Class seats, 24 Premium Economy seats, and 316 Economy seats, the A350-1000 offers passengers a taste of PAL’s long-haul cabin with quieter cabins, larger overhead bins, mood lighting, and the latest inflight entertainment system with 4K screens.

“Kadayawan is one of the most vibrant celebrations of Filipino culture, and Davao holds a special place in the hearts of our kababayans and travelers alike,” said Justin Warby, PAL vice president for sales and distribution. “Bringing our newest flagship aircraft to Davao for this occasion is our way of joining the festivities in true PAL fashion — giving
our passengers a flight experience as memorable as the destination itself.”

Kadayawan Festival, held every August in Davao City, is a week-long celebration honoring the region’s bountiful harvest, rich indigenous heritage, and the diverse cultures of its tribal communities. Known as the “King of Philippine Festivals,” it features vibrant street dancing, floral floats, agricultural fairs, and cultural showcases that draw visitors
from across the country and abroad.

PAL currently operates the Airbus A350-1000 on its Manila-New York and Manila-Toronto routes. Seats for PR 1813/1814 (13 August 2026) and PR 1805/1806 (16 August 2026) are now available for booking through the PAL website at www.philippineairlines.com, the PAL mobile app, PAL hotline at (+632) 8855 8888, PAL Ticket Offices, and accredited travel agencies.

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Commercial flights at Gensan International airport resumes June15

by Nova Mae Francas
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THE DEPARTMENT of Transportation (DOTr) and the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) announced that commercial flight operations at General Santos International Airport resumed on Monday, June 15.

Transportation Secretary Banoy Lopez confirmed the airport is safe for resumption of commercial operations following several assessments. 

“Nagsagawa na ang DOTr at CAAP ng kumpletong safety assessment, and we confirmed na pwede nang ituloy bukas ‘yung commercial operations sa GenSan Airport para hindi na maantala ‘yung biyahe ng ating mga pasahero,” Secretary Lopez said in a press release on Sunday. 

The CAAP coordinates with airline operators, airport stakeholders, and government agencies to ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of the airport.

Passengers are advised to coordinate directly with their respective airlines regarding flight schedules and travel arrangements.

Flag bearer Philippine Airlines (PAL) advised the public of the resumption of the following flights to and from General Santos City (GES) effective June 15.

The flights include: 

  • PR 453/454 Manila- General Santos-Manila
  • PR 2455/2456 Manila- General Santos-Manila
  • PR 2357/ 2358 Cebu-General Santos- Cebu
  • PR 2339/2340 Cebu-General Santos- Cebu

The airline advised its passengers to arrive early for check-in and boarding procedures due to limited terminal capacity and reduced check-in counter availability. 

However, passengers are requested not to arrive earlier than four hours before the scheduled flight, as the terminal can accommodate only a limited number of passengers.

Mabuhay Lounge, on the other hand, remains temporarily closed due to ongoing repairs following earthquake-related damage.

Passengers are reminded to ensure that bookings are confirmed prior to travel, as only confirmed passengers will be accommodated. 

Operations of commercial flights at General Santos International Airport were temporarily suspended following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck offshore Sarangani on June 8.

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General Santos airport cancels 17 flights due to 7.8-magnitude earthquake

by Nova Mae Francas
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A TOTAL of 17 flights to and from General Santos Airport have been cancelled following the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Mindanao on Monday morning, June 8.

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) said cancellations have affected three major domestic carriers, disrupting travel routes connecting the region to Manila, Cebu, and Iloilo.

A total of 11 flights operated by Cebu Pacific, four by PAL Express, and three by Philippine Airlines have been grounded. The complete list of cancelled flights includes:

Cebu Pacific:

5J4843 / 5J4844– Iloilo – General Santos – Iloilo
5J993 / 5J994 – Manila – General Santos – Manila
5J995 / 5J996 – Manila – General Santos – Manila
5J991 / 5J992 – Manila – General Santos – Manila
5J249 / 5J250 – Cebu – General Santos – Cebu
5J998 – General Santos to Manila

PAL Express:

2P2357 / 2P2358– Cebu – General Santos – Cebu
2P2455 / 2P2456– Manila – General Santos – Manila

Philippine Airlines:

PR453 / PR454 – Manila – General Santos – Manila

Passengers are advised to rebook/reroute; convert the value of the ticket into travel credits, or have a full refund of the ticket, subject to applicable policies.

CAAP announced the temporary suspension of airport operations at General Santos Airport following the earthquake in Sarangani and the tsunami warning issued by PHIVOLCS.

Passengers are advised to coordinate with their respective airlines for updates on their flight status.

CAAP said assessments of air navigation facilities, equipment, and operational capabilities are conducted to ensure the continued safety and integrity of airport operations.

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Philippine Airlines’ A350-1000 Arrives Home,Marking Southeast Asia’s First

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Philippine Airlines (PAL) marked a historic milestone as the company’s most awaited aircraft, the Airbus A350-1000, arrived in Manila at 4:30 PM today, making the flag carrier the first in Southeast Asia to operate the next-generation widebody aircraft and reinforcing its long-term global growth strategy.

Following a ceremony held in Toulouse, France, PAL Holdings, Inc. President Lucio Tan III led a contingent of the company’s top executives, including PAL Board Adviser Kyle Tan, PAL President Richard Nuttall, and Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Atty. Carlos Luis Fernandez, in taking delivery of the first of nine A350-1000s aircraft that PAL will receive as part of its fleet expansion programme.

Tan conveyed the company’s gratitude to Airbus, its partner of over 40 years, and underscored the significance of welcoming the world’s most modern widebody aircraft that has set new standards for intercontinental travel.

“The arrival of the A350-1000 marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to fleet modernization and network growth. It will be a source of Filipino pride and a transformational step for our airline,” said Mr. Tan, President of PAL Holdings Inc.

Expected to fly PAL’s transpacific routes, the aircraft features a spacious tri-class cabin layout, which can accommodate up to 382 passengers, with 42 seats in Business Class, 24 in Premium Economy, and 316 in Economy.

The acquisition brings PAL’s total fleet to 82 aircraft. Powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 turbofan engines, each capable of delivering up to 97,000 pounds of thrust, the A350-1000 offers enhanced efficiency and reliability.

The aircraft also sets new standards in sustainable aviation, featuring up to a 25% reduction in fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions compared with previous-generation aircraft, and is capable of being operated with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

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PAL rallies Team PH for SEA Games, activates Mabuhay Miles National Athlete ID Program

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Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) joined the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) in honoring Filipino athletes bound for the upcoming 33rd Southeast Asian Games during the official send-off ceremony held on November 28, 2025, at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum. 

The event underscored PAL’s commitment to providing comfort and convenience for the delegates of Team Philippines as they travel to Thailand for the games, which will take place from December 9 to 20. 

“As our national heroes representing the country with pride, you deserve our full support and heartfelt care. At Philippine Airlines, we are deeply committed to delivering world-class service to our athletes, who embody the spirit and strength of the Filipino people,” said Alvin Miranda, PAL Vice President for Marketing.   

PSC Chairman Patrick Gregorio affirmed the value of the flag carrier’s backing. “Our partnership with Philippine Airlines ensures that our focus remains squarely on performance, knowing that the journey is expertly handled by the nation’s flag carrier. We thank PAL for their commitment to our athletes,” he said. 
 

In the same event, POC President Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino delivered an inspirational message for Team Philippines. “This is the biggest Philippine Team delegation to

the SEA Games ever,” he said. “Mabuhay ang Team Philippines!”

A handover ceremony of the Mabuhay Miles National Athlete ID Card also took center stage, marking the official activation of the specialized travel benefits for Team Philippines, setting a new standard of support for Filipino athletes. 

During the program, the athletes and coaches received their Mabuhay Miles National Athlete ID cards, granting them immediate access to Philippine Airlines’ exclusive travel privileges for official PSC-endorsed competitions. The PAL-PSC partnership is designed to directly support the logistical needs of the Philippine delegation, featuring exclusive benefits for national athletes and coaches endorsed by the Commission and traveling to official agency-approved competitions. 

Among these exclusive benefits are extra baggage allowance for essential sports equipment, waiver of first rebooking fees for select SEA Games 2025 tickets, and elevated service for national athletes on PAL flights. Medal-winning athletes will also receive Mabuhay Miles Rewards. 

Departure of Team Philippines for Thailand via Philippine Airlines, the official airline sponsor of the PSC, has started. The flag carrier’s support for the 2025 SEA Games marks the beginning of a three-year partnership with the PSC, running from October 2025 to October 2028 – a collaboration that will soar all the way to the LA 2028 Olympic Games.

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PAL and MABUHAY MILES GEAR UP FOR 29th MABUHAY MILES ELITE INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

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It’s all systems go for the 29th Philippine Airlines Mabuhay Miles Elite Invitational Golf Tournament that will bring together Mabuhay Miles Elite, Premier Elite and Million Miler members for a day of friendly competition at the world-class layout of The Orchard Golf and Country Club in Cavite on November 4.


Golfers seeing action at the greens are from the Philippines, Japan, Australia, and the United States.

Carrying the theme Flight of Champions, the 18-hole tournament has, since its inception in 1992, been graced by leaders in business and various other fields.

Mr. Justin Warby, PAL Vice President for Sales, will be among the executives hitting the ceremonial drive before the shotgun starts at the Player and Palmer courses.

“We continue the PAL tradition of giving back to our most valued passengers by way of a tournament that promotes camaraderie, fellowship, and sportsmanship,” said PAL Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer Atty. Carlos Luis Fernandez.


“We promise our players a day of heartfelt care and Filipino hospitality just like what we provide on every Philippine Airlines flight,” he added.

The line up of awards include Over-All Net Champion, Over-All Low Gross Champion, Class A, B, C & D Champion, 1st Runner-up and 2nd Runner-up Seniors Champion, Ladies Champion, Sponsor/Guest Division Champion and a fun competition for Nearest to the Pin, Longest Drive, Most Number of Eagles, Birdies, Pars and Bogeys.

The day culminates with the awarding and fellowship ceremonies with PAL and Mabuhay Miles providing top notch entertainment.

Philippine Airlines and Mabuhay Miles have partnered up with Get Go Golf Carts and Okada Manila for their Hole-In-One prizes.


Joining the event as Gold sponsors are PowerMac, Discovery Hospitality Corp., South Palms Hotel, Banwa Private Island, and Anantara. Silver Sponsors are HSBC, Newport World Resorts, United Colors of Benetton, and East Ocean Palace Restaurant.

Dusit International, Marco Polo Hotels, Winford Hotel, Club Wyndham, Rudy Project, Asia Brewery, Tanduay, UCC Coffee, Nathan Famous Hotdog and I AM Worldwide are joining as Donors.

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Mactan-Cebu International Airport Welcomes Philippine Airlines’ Cebu to Calbayog route

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New 4x weekly service directly connects Cebu to Samar, strengthening regional connectivity

LAPU-LAPU CITY, CEBU – Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) welcomes the launch of Philippine Airlines’ (PAL) new domestic service connecting Cebu (CEB) and Calbayog (CYP) starting on October 26, 2025.

This new direct service significantly enhances the connection between the Visayas and the province of Samar, offering new opportunities for tourism, business, and family travel.

Philippine Airlines will operate the Cebu-Calbayog service four (4) times weekly. The schedule is designed for convenient morning travel, allowing passengers to make the most of their day:

  • PR2668: Cebu (CEB) to Calbayog (CYP) | ETD: 0730H (07:30 AM)
  • PR2669: Calbayog (CYP) to Cebu (CEB) | ETA: 1000H (10:00 AM)

To commemorate the launch, a departure ceremony was also given to passengers departing for Calbayog with a cake-cutting ceremony and a water cannon salute.

“This new link reinforces MCIA’s role as the premier regional transfer hub, creating vital bridges between Cebu and other key destinations in the country,” said Athanasios Titonis, Chief Executive Officer of Aboitiz InfraCapital Cebu Airport Corporation (ACAC). “This is a vital route that bridges the Visayas with Samar, opening up significant opportunities for regional economic development, tourism, and trade.”

“We are delighted to support our partners at ACAC and Philippine Airlines in launching this new direct flight to Calbayog. We are thrilled to welcome this new Philippine Airlines route to Calbayog,” said Julius G. Neri, Jr., General Manager and CEO of Mactan-Cebu International Airport Authority (MCIAA). “This expansion is a testament to our shared commitment to enhancing domestic connectivity and solidifying MCIA’s role as the primary gateway for the southern and central Philippines.”

With the addition of this new route, MCIA is connected to 28 domestic destinations and 13 international destinations with 5 Philippine-based and 16 foreign airline partners. The addition of the Calbayog route is part of MCIA’s ongoing efforts to rebuild and expand its domestic and international network, solidifying its status as the Philippines’ connectivity hub.

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PAL, PSC Forge 3-Year Partnership to Support Filipino Athletes

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MANILA — The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) have signed a three-year agreement to bolster support for Filipino athletes competing on the international stage. Running from October 2025 to October 2028, the agreement designates PAL as the Official Airline Sponsor for PSC’s official sports delegations to major events, including the 2025 Southeast Asian Games, 2026 Asian Games, 2027 SEA Games, and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

As part of its continuing commitment to Philippine sports, PAL will extend special travel support to the PSC to help enhance the comfort and convenience of national athletes on official trips. This includes exclusive fare discounts and additional travel benefits to ensure that Filipino athletes can travel with greater ease and focus as they represent the country in international competitions. PAL will also reward medal-winning athletes from the Southeast Asian and Asian Games with Mabuhay Miles incentives.

“At Philippine Airlines, our vision is to be a globally recognized airline trusted for our world class excellence and customer experience,” said PAL President Richard Nuttall. “As the country’s flag carrier, our pledge is to promote Filipino athletes and the values that inspire pride and global recognition for the whole nation. We stand together with the country’s sports champions as they aspire for greatness, ensuring that they are supported with the warmth and care of the Filipino heart.”

From left: PAL Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer Atty. Carlos Luis Fernandez, PAL President Richard Nuttall, Philippine Sports Commission Chairman Patrick Gregorio; Philippine Olympic Committee Head of Marketing Nikko Huelgas and Philippine Paralympic Committee President Michael Barredo



PSC Chairman Patrick Gregorio praised the renewed alliance, calling it a crucial step in streamlining athlete mobility and representing Filipino excellence abroad.

“When you touch the heart of an athlete, they start winning. And when they start winning, they touch the hearts of 110 million Filipinos,” Gregorio said. “Philippine Airlines is giving our athletes a runway to take flight and achieve for the nation. We are blessed that they understand this so well: that we are one flag, one heart.”

The collaboration underscores PAL’s ongoing mission to uplift Filipino sports and strengthen the nation’s presence in global competitions. By easing the travel burden and celebrating athletic triumphs, the airline reaffirms its role not just as the country’s flag carrier but as a proud supporter of the Filipino sporting spirit.

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Philippine Airlines and Trip.com Enhance Air Ticketing Through NDC Partnership 

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MANILA, Philippines – Philippine Airlines (PAL) has launched the sale of international air tickets using New Distribution Capability (NDC) on Trip.com. As the first global travel service provider to offer this NDC integration with PAL, Trip.com now allows customers from Asia, Australia, and the United States of America to access the same fares and reservation services available on the PAL website, through leading content aggregator, Travelfusion. 

With NDC integration, Trip.com now offers a wider selection of fares – from lower fares to student fares, as well as personalised ancillary products such as seat selection and prepaid baggage options to its customers through the platform. Customers can also access key post-booking services such as itinerary changes and refunds, enhancing their booking convenience when purchasing PAL tickets via Trip.com. 

Through the partnership, Trip.com enables PAL to deepen engagement with international students travelling between Asia, North America, and Oceania via its platform’s smart segmentation tools. This enables exclusive, personalised student offers and bundling opportunities of ancillary products, tailored for value-seeking customers like students, first-time travellers and diaspora communities. Using NDC technology, PAL can offer demand-based localised fare bundles across markets, enhancing the customer experience. 

Competitive fares and enhanced convenience for Trip.com customers

In the future, customers can look forward to more exclusive NDC deals and options available on the Trip.com platform. 

“The partnership between Philippine Airlines and Trip.Com will provide our customers a personalized, and seamless flight booking and buying experience through NDC integration with Travelfusion,” said Justin Warby, VP Sales and Distribution, Philippine Airlines. 

“Through partnerships, PAL will be able to expand its distribution capabilities and offer a passenger-centric booking experience for agencies and travelers across the globe,” he added. 

“We are proud to be the first global travel service provider to enter an NDC integration partnership with Philippine Airlines in the Asia Pacific. This partnership will enable our users to enjoy better fare options and booking experiences, leveraging our extensive network and experience to expand PAL’s reach to customers in the region and beyond. We look forward to deepening our partnership with PAL to deliver seamless travel experiences to meet the evolving needs of today’s travellers,” said Kirk Wong, Regional Airline Director, Oceania, Southeast Asia, ISC, and Middle East, Trip.com Group. 

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