Philippine Airlines has confirmed 15 firm orders for Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, alongside purchase rights for five additional widebody jets, marking a significant shift in the carrier's procurement strategy.
The announcement, made at the Farnborough International Airshow, represents the airline's first major acquisition of Boeing aircraft in recent years, breaking its long-standing reliance on Airbus for widebody capacity.
5 billion at list prices if all options are exercised, underscores the carrier's commitment to modernizing its long-haul fleet.
The deal, valued at approximately $4.5 billion at list prices if all options are exercised, underscores the carrier's commitment to modernizing its long-haul fleet.
Philippine Airlines has historically been an Airbus loyalist, but the introduction of the 787-10 aims to enhance fuel efficiency and operational flexibility on key international routes.
The move comes as the airline seeks to expand its global network and improve competitiveness against regional rivals.
This order complements a broader fleet expansion plan that includes nine Airbus A350-1000 jets, bringing the total widebody commitment to 24 aircraft.