Cebu Pacific of the Philippines and flyadeal of Saudi Arabia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)aimed at exploring strategic joint commercial initiatives between the two low-cost carriers. The agreement outlines the mutual intention to collaborate in optimizing aircraft utilization and expanding seasonal capacity through wet lease arrangements involving their Airbus A320 fleets.
AirAsia Aviation Group, the Malaysian-based low-cost airline conglomerate, has announced the appointment of Suresh Bangah as the new President and General Manager of AirAsia Philippines, succeeding Ricky Isla, who will transition into the role of Chief Advisor to the GM. The leadership change is part of a strategic move to strengthen the airline’s Philippine operations.
Cebu Pacific, the leading low-cost carrier in the Philippines, reported a steep decline in profitability for the first quarter of 2025, despite strong revenue growth. The airline’s net profit plunged by 79.2% year-over-year, dropping to $8.4 million, even as total revenue rose by 20.2% to $549 million.
PAL Holdings, the parent company of Philippine Airlines, reported a net profit of US$77 million for the first quarter of 2025, supported by a 2.5% revenue increase to US$834.2 million. The results underscore the group’s ongoing recovery momentum in the Southeast Asian aviation market.
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced the appointment of Richard Nuttall as its new president, effective 29 May 2025. Nuttall will succeed Stanley Ng, who is transitioning into the dual role of president and chief operating officer (COO) of PAL Holdings, the airline’s parent company.
Philippine Airlines has announced that it will commence a cabin retrofit program for its Airbus A321 fleet starting in May 2025, part of a broader initiative to modernize the in-flight experience and standardize cabin configurations across its narrowbody operations.
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has unveiled its near- and long-term fleet expansion plans, with the introduction of two additional aircraft in 2025, increasing its total fleet from 79 to 81 aircraft. This incremental growth is a prelude to a much larger fleet enhancement initiative that includes nine Airbus A350-1000s and thirteen A321neo aircraft in the coming years.
Cebu Pacific, the largest low-cost carrier in the Philippines, is considering additional narrowbody aircraft acquisitions before 2029, citing sustained passenger demand across its domestic and regional markets. This review comes on the heels of its record order for 152 Airbus A321neo aircraft, which reaffirmed its commitment to fleet standardization and capacity growth.
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced a codeshare partnership with Saudia, enhancing connectivity for passengers traveling between the Philippines and Saudi Arabia. The agreement covers select routes operated by Saudia, allowing Philippine Airlines customers to book flights on Saudia’s network under PAL’s flight code.
Sunlight Air, a boutique airline based in the Philippines, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of its fourth aircraft, an ATR72-600, procured directly from ATR. This new addition underscores the airline’s commitment to enhancing inter-island connectivity and catering to the growing demand for regional air travel.
