CEBU Pacific said it took delivery of its 13th Airbus A330neo aircraft, further bolstering operational resilience and underscoring its leadership as the largest A330neo operator in Asia.
The 459-seat aircraft is the third of four A330neos expected to arrive this year. The first two arrived on March 28 and July 18, respectively.
“Being the largest A330neo operator in Asia reflects our strong commitment to enhancing connectivity across the region. This aircraft enables us to serve more passengers while keeping costs low, which is a key part of our mission to offer affordable fares for every Juan,” said Xander Lao, Cebu Pacific president and chief commercial officer.
By November, Cebu Pacific will begin deploying its A330neo aircraft on additional domestic routes. Starting Nov. 2, the wide-body plane is set to operate between Manila and Puerto Princesa four times weekly, while daily A330neo flights between Manila and Bohol will commence on Nov. 16.
The A330neo provides Cebu Pacific with the flexibility to serve regional and long-haul routes, as well as high-demand sectors. With increased range and capacity, the aircraft enables the airline to optimize its operations while maintaining cost efficiency.
Airbus NEOs are the latest-generation aircraft that burn 15 percent less fuel per flight and produce less noise compared to the previous generation. The reduction in fuel consumption leads to a corresponding reduction in aircraft carbon emissions.
In the first nine months of the year, Cebu Pacific flew nearly 20 million passengers, a 13.9 percent increase from 17.5 million in 2024.
Domestic passengers expanded by 12.7 percent to 14.9 million, while international passengers grew 17.7 percent to 5.1 million. The average seat load factor (SLF) was 84.8 percent for the period, while overall capacity in seats was up 14 percent to 23.5 mil-lion.
Cebu Pacific offers the widest network coverage in the Philippines with 37 domestic and 26 international destinations. It operates one of the youngest fleets in the world, with a fleet of 98 aircraft.
