In March 1960, Philippine Airlines expanded its fleet of turboprop aircraft by welcoming the Fokker F27 Friendship, following the earlier acquisition of the Vickers Viscount.
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The Science Behind Hand Carry Luggage Weight Limits
We’ve all been there: frantically trying to fit all our essentials into a carry-on bag, only to be told at the gate that our luggage
Delta Resumes Tokyo Haneda Connection from Minneapolis
Delta Air Lines and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) celebrated the resumption of their Tokyo Haneda (HND) connection over the weekend after a three-year pause.
PAL Inaugurates Nonstop Flight from Manila to Perth
Another milestone for Philippine Airlines (PAL) as the first-ever direct flight from Manila touched down at Perth Airport last March 27. This exciting development now
The Reasons Behind Flight Diversions and What to Do
Flight diversions are a reality of air travel that most passengers will encounter at some point. Although they can be inconvenient and frustrating, these diversions
Will Supersonic Commercial Airliners Make a Comeback?
Supersonic commercial air travel was once considered the pinnacle of aviation innovation. With the iconic Concorde jet leading the charge, passengers were able to cross
Why Airlines Have High Standards for Flight Attendants
Recently, I shared a post about Cebu Pacific’s ongoing recruitment drive for more cabin crew members, and it quickly gained traction. However, I noticed several
Emirates Brings the Airbus A380 to Bali this Summer
Emirates has just announced that starting from June 1st, the Airbus A380, the world’s largest passenger plane, will grace the skies over Bali Denpasar as
Airline Terminologies Which Passengers Should Understand
Air travel has become more accessible with the rise of low-cost airlines and promo fares offered by more airlines. However, many passengers still approach flying
Cebu Pacific to Spend $650 Million on New Aircraft This Year
Cebu Pacific is set to expand its fleet in 2023. The chairman and owner, Lance Gokongwei, announced that the airline will spend around $650 million