Cebgo’s new Cebu-Busuanga flight flies twice daily
Cebu Pacific has started direct flights between Cebu and Busuanga—the gateway to Coron, Palawan. Operated by Cebu Pacific’s wholly owned subsidiary Cebgo, the route…
Outlook remains subdued as Asian airlines face rising headwinds—AAPA
September saw continued moderate growth in international air passenger numbers, while air cargo demand declined reflecting stagnant international trade activity, according to traffic figures…
Philippine airlines reported a marked improvement in their on-time performance (OTP) in September 2019, hitting an average 83% for flights at Ninoy Aquino International…
CAAP permit not required for release of imported aircraft parts
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) will no longer issue a Certificate of No Objection for the importation of aircraft parts, components…
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is launching a Zamboanga-Tawi-Tawi service in December to boost its network in Mindanao. The new daily service between Zamboanga and Tawi-Tawi…
Surigao Airport set to reopen with repair of damaged runway
The Surigao airport runway has been partially completed, with the gateway set to reopen flights to and from Manila before the year ends. Rehabilitation…
Cathay Pacific’s passenger business continues to struggle as inland bookings fall
The impact of political tensions between Hong Kong and China is reflected in Cathay Pacific group’s September traffic data which show decreases in both…
Passengers want more control, less waiting—IATA survey
Air passengers are looking to technology to improve their travel experience by giving them more control and reducing their wait times, according to the…
Cebu Pacific introduces Clark-Guangzhou direct air service
Cebu Pacific will launch next month direct flights between Clark International Airport (CRK), Pampanga and Guangzhou, China, becoming the first Philippine carrier to link…
Air passenger volume grows but remains below trend, says IATA
Global passenger demand showed a slight pickup in August 2019 year-on-year, but growth remains below the long-term trend, according to the latest data released…
The provincial government of Cavite (PGC) is looking for firms to submit joint venture (JV) proposals for the Sangley Point International Airport Project estimated…
New report highlights economic benefits of aviation
A new report on the socioeconomic benefits of aviation underscores the need to mainstream air transport development objectives in states’ national economic development planning…
