The inaugural flight, PR 2018, departed Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Jan. 15, 2025, aboard an 86-seater De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft.
A send-off ceremony at NAIA Terminal 2 marked the occasion.
This new route positions Cauayan as a gateway to Isabela province, known for its vibrant festivals like Bambanti and Gawagaway-yan.
“We are pleased to introduce our new Manila-Cauayan-Manila route to serve the residents of Isabela province,” said PAL Express president Rabbi Vincent Ang.
“At Philippine Airlines, we are happy to be part of a story of economic progress in Northern Luzon and look forward to working with our partners and stakeholders in the local government and community, in the continuing task of building up tourism, business growth and greater connectivity for the benefit of all Filipinos,” he added.
