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The agreement was announced at the Farnborough International Airshow, the Lucio Tan-controlled airline said in a press statement on Monday, July 20, 2026.
The delivery schedule provides PAL with a long-term roadmap to replace older aircraft and expand capacity for medium- and long-haul routes as demand for international travel continues to recover.
The big picture
The first Boeing 787-10 is scheduled to join the airline’s fleet in 2031, with the remaining aircraft arriving through 2034. The Dreamliners will become part of PAL’s broader fleet renewal program, bringing improved fuel efficiency, lower carbon emissions and enhanced passenger comfort through newer aircraft technology
“This investment manifests our confidence in the future of Philippine Airlines and the continued growth of air travel. The Boeing 787-10 will strengthen our medium and long-haul fleet, allowing us to provide an even better travel experience for our customers while improving operational efficiency and supporting our long-term sustainability goals,” PAL Holdings Inc. president and COO Lucio Tan III said.
“As Asia’s first and longest serving airline, we proudly celebrated our 85th anniversary earlier this year,” he added. “An equally meaningful milestone that we celebrate this year is 80 years of partnership between Philippine Airlines and Boeing.”
Why it matters
The agreement marks PAL’s first Boeing aircraft order since 2007 and extends the carrier’s 80-year partnership with the U.S. aerospace company. Boeing said the order also supports Philippine-based suppliers, including Moog, Rockwell Collins and JAMCO, which manufacture Dreamliner components for the global supply chain.
“Philippine Airlines’ selection of the 787 Dreamliner marks an important step forward in our partnership, one that spans 80 years,” Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO Stephanie Pope said. “We’re grateful for PAL’s trust in Boeing, and our team looks forward to delivering advanced-technology airplanes that deepen connections across the Philippines, Asia and beyond.”
Looking ahead
With deliveries spread over four years beginning in 2031, PAL will gradually introduce the new aircraft into its fleet while supporting future route growth and improving operational efficiency. The airline currently serves 29 domestic destinations and 40 international destinations across Asia, North America, Australia and the Middle East.
— Edited by Daxim L. Lucas
