PAL on jet-buying spree, orders more A350-1000s
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is expanding its long-range fleet with orders for nine Airbus A350-1000s and 15 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners. This move aims to enhance the airline's international competitiveness and fuel efficiency on long-haul routes.
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Large-scale aircraft procurement reflects airline strategies to capture market share in international travel while optimizing operational costs through fuel-efficient technology.
MANILA, Philippines - Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) is placing aircraft orders one after the other, setting out to buy another nine of its flagship A350-1000 from aerospace giant Airbus.
PAL yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus for the procurement of nine A350-1000s, with purchase rights for five more, in yet another boost to its long-range fleet.
The order was placed a day after PAL submitted its initial commitment to buy 15 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, with purchase rights also for five more, to expand its widebody fleet.
The new Airbus order will also double PAL's A350-1000 fleet to 18 once completed. PAL signed an order for nine A350-1000s in 2023, and two have arrived since, with the other seven expected before 2028.
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