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BREAKING NEWS: PAL JOINS ONEWORLD ALLIANCE Philippine Airlines is now the newest member of oneworld alliance. The announ...
06/06/2026

BREAKING NEWS: PAL JOINS ONEWORLD ALLIANCE

Philippine Airlines is now the newest member of oneworld alliance. The announcement was made at the IATA Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Once completed, PAL will become oneworld’s 16th member airline and only the second full member based in Southeast Asia.

The alliance will give PAL passengers access to a wider global network of nearly 1,000 destinations across more than 170 countries and territories. It will also connect more international travelers to PAL’s domestic and regional routes in the Philippines.

For Mabuhay Miles members, the move means more ways to earn and redeem miles across oneworld member airlines. Top-tier PAL customers will also gain access to oneworld Priority benefits, more than 700 premium airport lounges, and eligible First Class lounge and check-in privileges.

“This is a defining and transformative moment for Philippine Airlines,” said PAL Holdings, Inc. President Lucio C. Tan III. “Becoming a member of the oneworld Alliance and strengthening Southeast Asia’s representation within the group significantly brings the Philippines and the region closer to the world like never before. Together with our partners, we will deliver greater choice, consistent journeys, and a world-class travel experience that reflects the warmth of Filipino hospitality.”

American Airlines CEO and oneworld Governing Board chairman Robert Isom said PAL will help strengthen the alliance’s Asia-Pacific network.

“PAL's entry into oneworld supports our long-term strategic growth and strengthens our connectivity across key markets in the Asia Pacific region,” said Robert Isom, American Airlines Chief Executive Officer and chairman of the oneworld Governing Board. “The airline has a proud heritage and will serve a critical role in our Southeast Asia network.”

Current oneworld members include American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, and several other global carriers.

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Two Singaporean carbon composites arriving and departing from Manila simultaneously. The B787-10 arrived, followed by th...
06/06/2026

Two Singaporean carbon composites arriving and departing from Manila simultaneously. The B787-10 arrived, followed by the A350-900 taking off.

06/06/2026

Philippine Airlines' 85th-anniversary A350-1000 arriving in Manila from Bangkok as PR731.

06/06/2026

What does Philippine Airlines look for in cabin crew aspirants? What does it mean to be a PAL flight attendant?

PAL Recruitment Manager Mr. Sarit Bantuchan answers these questions.

OBEYING THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT'S SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT OPTIONAL BUT MANDATORY In aviation, compliance with safety ins...
06/06/2026

OBEYING THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT'S SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT OPTIONAL BUT MANDATORY

In aviation, compliance with safety instructions is not optional. It is mandatory. Civil aviation regulations, such as returning to your seat and fastening your seat belt when the fasten seat belt sign is on, are not mere suggestions. These are rules passengers must follow to ensure their safety on board.

Flight attendants are required not only by the airline, but also by civil aviation regulators, to implement these rules and make sure passengers comply. If a flight attendant fails to enforce these safety regulations and a passenger gets injured after being thrown inside the cabin for not wearing a seat belt during turbulence, the flight attendant and the airline can get into serious trouble for not enforcing aviation safety regulations.

Turbulence can be very dangerous to passengers who are not fastened or secured. The sudden upward and downward movements caused by turbulence can seriously injure passengers who are not seated and secured. In some past cases, turbulence-related injuries have even been fatal.

The final approach of any flight is also one of the most critical phases, and most accidents happen during takeoff and landing. This is why passengers are not allowed to remove their seat belts or leave their seats during this phase.

Even after the aircraft has landed, while it is still on the active runway or taxiing, sudden stops can throw unsecured passengers off balance. This may cause them to hit surrounding areas and suffer injuries. Even while the aircraft is taxiing, a sudden stop can cause unsecured passengers to hit their heads on seats, lavatory walls, or other parts of the cabin. Sudden stops may happen if, for example, a vehicle enters the active taxiway, debris is spotted, or another hazard appears.

In aviation, safety is PARAMOUNT and NON-NEGOTIABLE. Airlines will not sacrifice safety for comfort, especially if passenger safety can be compromised in exchange for convenience.

Compliance with aviation safety regulations being implemented by flight attendants is mandatory, not optional. In aviation, safety is paramount and non-negotiable.

Philippine Airlines B777-300ER (RP-C7783) headed to Riyadh, KSA. Very happy that PAL Riyadh passengers are now enjoying ...
06/06/2026

Philippine Airlines B777-300ER (RP-C7783) headed to Riyadh, KSA. Very happy that PAL Riyadh passengers are now enjoying a better product.

Just another reminder for all air passengers. It is habagat season now, so some flights may experience turbulence. If it...
06/06/2026

Just another reminder for all air passengers. It is habagat season now, so some flights may experience turbulence. If it is your first time to fly and you experience turbulence or a bumpy flight, just relax and remain calm. The plane will not crash, and it will not simply fall from the sky.

Basically, turbulence is just rough air. The airplane is passing through uneven air, but it is still flying normally. It may shake, rise, or drop a little, but that does not mean it is falling. The wings are still producing lift, the pilots are trained to handle turbulence, and the aircraft is built to withstand forces much stronger than normal turbulence.

Here is a little infographic to help you understand turbulence.

Just remember to always keep your seat belt fastened. Only remove your seat belt if the fasten seat belt sign is off and you really need to stretch or go to the lavatory. As much as possible, remain in your seat most of the time and keep your seat belt on, even if you loosen it a bit, whether the fasten seat belt sign is on or off.

RIYADH AIR RECEIVES FIRST DREAMLINERS BEFORE FLIGHTS BEGIN Riyadh Air has received its first two Boeing 787 Dreamliners...
06/06/2026

RIYADH AIR RECEIVES FIRST DREAMLINERS BEFORE FLIGHTS BEGIN

Riyadh Air has received its first two Boeing 787 Dreamliners, bringing the new Saudi carrier closer to the start of commercial flights.

The aircraft arrived in Riyadh as the airline prepares to build its network from the Saudi capital. Riyadh Air plans to use the 787 for regional and long-haul routes, including future flights to Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America.

"To see our very first custom-built 787 Dreamliner airplanes touch down in Riyadh is a historic moment for us, and a momentous day for Saudi aviation," said Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas. "I couldn't be more excited or more confident about the future and the legacy we are creating. Not only are we building an airline, we are opening a new gateway to the world from the heart of the Kingdom. We are absolutely ready and excited to welcome the world to Riyadh."

Riyadh Air’s fleet plan includes up to 72 Boeing 787 aircraft. These jets will support Saudi Arabia’s aviation plan, which aims to attract 150 million visitors and serve 330 million passengers annually by 2030.

"Riyadh Air is bringing to life a vision of modern world-class travel, and we are delighted to support them as they open new possibilities for the Kingdom and the world," said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "The 787 Dreamliner gives Riyadh Air unmatched efficiency, flexibility across routes and a beautiful interior that will deliver a phenomenal travel experience."

The airline plans to serve more than 100 destinations by 2030. These custom-built 787 flights are expected to include London, Cairo, and Jeddah.

NOTE: Earlier RUH-LHR were limited to crew training, technical flights, and diplomatic flights.

Here is an AI-colorized photo of an F-86D Sabre Dog firing its 2.75-inch unguided folding-fin Mighty Mouse rockets. The ...
06/06/2026

Here is an AI-colorized photo of an F-86D Sabre Dog firing its 2.75-inch unguided folding-fin Mighty Mouse rockets. The Philippine Air Force once operated this aircraft as well. But is the Sabre Dog just a slightly modified version of the F-86A Sabre?

While the F-86D Sabre Dog was developed from the F-86A, it was not simply an F-86A with a radar nose added. It became almost a new aircraft, even though it carried the F-86 designation. In fact, the F-86D had only about 25% commonality with other Sabre variants like the F-86A. The F-86D was an all-weather interceptor designed to find and attack enemy bombers at night or in poor weather using radar and an automatic fire-control system. The F-86A, on the other hand, was a day fighter armed with six .50-caliber machine guns.

The most visible change was the nose. The F-86D had a large radome above the reshaped intake to house the radar. The intake was changed, the fuselage became longer and wider, and the aircraft gained a more distinct “dog nose” profile. The radar and fire-control system were central to the aircraft’s mission. The system could detect a target, calculate the intercept, guide the pilot toward the target, lower the rocket tray, and fire the rockets automatically when the aircraft reached about 500 yards from the target.

The F-86D removed the gun armament and used a retractable belly tray with 24 unguided 2.75-inch FFAR rockets. This was intended for bomber interception, where the goal was to fire a large rocket salvo into a bomber formation or a bomber-sized target.

Another major improvement from the F-86A to the F-86D was the engine. The Sabre Dog used an afterburning GE J47, giving it much more thrust than the F-86A’s non-afterburning J47. It also had electronic fuel control to reduce pilot workload, since the aircraft had only one pilot but carried a radar and fire-control system.

The Philippine Air Force once operated a fleet of 20 Sabre Dogs from 1961 to 1968. I hope I got the dates correct.

Just a reminder to all air passengers. If you have a flight, I suggest eating first, either at home before leaving for t...
06/06/2026

Just a reminder to all air passengers. If you have a flight, I suggest eating first, either at home before leaving for the airport or at the airport itself. Some flights only serve light snacks, some serve a full meal, and some require you to purchase meals on board, depending on the airline and the destination you are flying to.

For PAL and PAL Express domestic flights, passengers are usually given light snacks and a drink. For Cebu Pacific, meals and snacks are purchased on board and are not automatically served for free. A large part of what you pay for in your plane ticket goes to operational expenses, such as the cost of operating the flight, fuel, which is the biggest expense of an airline, and other costs. Yes, sometimes food and beverages are included in the fare you paid for your ticket, but most of that fare does not go to food, so please do not expect a lot of food on board.

Also, please remember that an aircraft is not a restaurant, grocery, or supermarket. Not all supplies are available on board. Space inside an aircraft is very limited, so please do not expect the airline to serve you a 1.5-liter bottle of Coke.

So if you are hungry, please eat at the airport already, especially for domestic flights. Depending on the airline, you may also purchase pre-ordered meals when you book your ticket. I understand that food at the airport can be expensive, which is why I suggest eating before traveling.

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