Philippine Airlines welcomes arrival of second Airbus A350-1000 | News

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has welcomed the arrival of its second Airbus A350-1000 at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, marking another major milestone in the national carrier’s ongoing fleet modernization program.

The aircraft, which arrived in Manila at 5:18 p.m., follows the delivery of PAL’s first A350-1000 in December 2025 and is part of the airline’s order for nine Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.

Philippine Airlines remains the first and only airline in Southeast Asia to operate the Airbus A350-1000.

Designed for long-haul flights, the A350-1000 delivers greater fuel efficiency, operational reliability, passenger comfort and improved environmental performance, supporting PAL’s growing network between the Philippines and North America.

“As demand for international travel continues to grow, this second Airbus A350-1000 will play an important role in enhancing our long-haul flights and improving the overall passenger experience, while supporting the long-term modernization of Philippine Airlines,” said Richard Nuttall, president of Philippine Airlines.

The arrival comes as PAL continues to build on its operational momentum following its successful recovery and transformation. In 2025, global aviation analytics company Cirium recognized Philippine Airlines as the #1 most punctual airline in the Asia-Pacific region.