PHILIPPINE Airlines (PAL) said it expects the delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000 aircraft by the fourth quarter of 2025 that will boost its passenger capacity.
An additional eight A350-1000s are slated for production and eventual delivery to the Philippine flag carrier from 2026 to 2028.
“We’re happy to share with you a glimpse into our very first A350-1000,” PAL president Richard Nuttall said.
“We’re set to take delivery of the plane in the fourth quarter of 2025. The fleet game-changer will significantly boost PAL’s passenger capacity and reinforce our commitment to delivering world-class service,” he said.
PAL executive vice president / chief operating officer Carlos Luis Fernandez emphasized the strategic importance of the aircraft.
“We selected the A350-1000 because it will provide us with the flexibility to balance demand with capacity. The new-generation aircraft are central to responding to the demands of our growing market, regionally and internationally.”
The game-changing A350-1000 will open a new chapter in the development of PAL’s transpacific long-haul operations.
Fitted with Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, the aircraft flies with a range of up to 16,100 kilometers (8,700 miles), offering ultra-long-range connectivity with improved fuel efficiency and reduced carbon emissions.
Each A350-1000s can accommodate 382 passengers in a tri-class cabin configuration with distinct cabins allotted for Business Class, Premium Economy, and Economy Class travelers.
PAL has 79 planes currently in service. Apart from the nine A350-1000s, PAL expects to receive 13 brand new units of A321neo regional jets starting in 2026.
