US military transport crew injured in roadway takeoff incident in Philippines
A US military transport aircraft struck a concrete barrier while attempting to take off from a roadway in…
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General news about the aviation industry in the Philippines. This includes topics such as Filipino airlines, aviation infrastructure, or aviation policies.
Philippines earthquake: aviation authority issues update on impacted airports
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has issued an update on seven of the country’s airports…
Lockheed Martin offers ‘strategic’ partnership to sway Philippines on F-16 Viper deal
Lockheed Martin is stepping up efforts to secure a long-discussed sale of F-16 Block 70 “Viper” fighter jets…
US deploys KC-135 for disaster response as major floods sweep the Philippines
The United States has deployed one of its KC-135 Stratotanker to the Philippines as multiple cyclones have hit…
Jetstar launches A321LR flights to Cebu and Manila from Brisbane and Perth
Jetstar Airways announced it is enhancing its connections between Australia and the Philippines with the launch of direct…
RAAF assists in repairing damaged airports in remote areas in the Philippines
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has sent two Mobile Training Teams (MTTs) to the Philippines in order…
Philippines doubles KAI FA-50 fleet with new $700 million deal for 12 more jets
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) is set to acquire 12 more FA-50PH fighter jets from Korea Aerospace Industries…
United flies WWII veterans to Manila to mark 80th year of Philippine liberation
United Airlines flew two World War Two veterans to Manila International Airport (MNL) as the country marks its…
US approves $5.5B sale of F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines; China reacts
The United States has approved the possible sale of 20 F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines valued at…
Qantas proposes Jetstar flights to Manila from Perth and Cebu from Brisbane
Qantas is planning to expand its reach in the Philippines via its low-cost subsidiary, Jetstar Airways. The Australian…
Philippine government sacks airport staff involved in ‘bullet-planting’ scheme
Security officers working at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila have been terminated from their positions…
French aircraft carrier and oil replenishment ship in PH for operational break
France’s nuclear-powered aircraft carrier the Charles de Gaulle and accompanying warships from the French Navy took an operational…
Avia Solutions Group launches global services in Manila, seeking new talent pool
Dublin-based Avia Solutions Group (ASG), the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, led by Gediminas…
US defense contractor King Air 350 aircraft crashes in the Philippines, killing four
A Beechcraft 350 King Air, operated by US defense contractor Metrea and registered as N349CA, crashed in a…
Philippines partners with AirAsia, aims to become Muslim-friendly destination
AirAsia Philippines and the Philippine Department of Tourism have entered a partnership with the aim of making the…
Philippines to get six A-29 Super Tucanos after retiring old Broncos, choppers
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) is set to acquire six new A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft, as…
Avia Solutions Group launches Manila-based Global Services Centre
Dublin-based Avia Solutions Group (ASG), the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, is launching its…
Cebu Pacific lights up world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa in Dubai
Cebu Pacific (CEB) took over Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, lighting up the world’s tallest building with a projection show…