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  • Cebu Pacific passenger traffic slipped in Q1

    Cebu Pacific passenger traffic slipped in Q1

    The operator of budget airline Cebu Pacific Air saw passenger growth contract in the first quarter of 2017, partly on increased competition with domestic rivals.

    Cebu Air, which owns Cebu Pacific and Cebgo, announced its January to March 2017 operating statistics on Wednesday, showing that passenger traffic slid by 0.5 percent to 4.81 million passengers compared to the same period in 2016.

    Cebu Air said capacity, with a growth of 2.9 percent, rose faster than demand, causing seat load factor to slip 2.9 percentage points to 83.8 percent for the period.

    Since tycoon Lucio Tan resumed full control of rival Philippine Airlines in 2014, the flag carrier vowed to aggressively compete anew in the domestic arena.

    As a result, think tank CAPA-Center for Aviation said in a report early this year that Cebu Pacific ceded some domestic market share to PAL in 2016. However, CAPA noted these were mainly on “lower yielding and generally unprofitable point-to-point routes.” Separately, Philippines Air Asia noted higher passenger volume in 2016.

    Cebu Air also said passenger traffic for March 2017 alone was down 0.2 percent to 1.64 million passengers compared to the same period in 2016.

    Capacity during the period was up by 3.3 percent, while seat load factor was down 2.9 percentage points to 82.8 percent.

    Cebu Air disclosed earlier that full-year 2016 net income jumped 122.3 percent to P9.75 billion compared to the same period in 2015 on strong passenger volume and lower oil prices.

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  • Cebu Pacific issues travel advisory related to Asean summit

    Cebu Pacific issues travel advisory related to Asean summit

    In light of the 30th Asean Summit and Related Meetings which will be held in Manila from April 26 to 29, 2017, Cebu Pacific and Cebgo reminded all passengers flying out on these dates to plan their routes going to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The carrier issued the advisory as several roads in Pasay City, especially those leading to NAIA Terminals 3 and 4, will be closed.

    Aside from this, the period from April 29 to May 1, 2017 is also Labor Day weekend. Malacañang, by virtue of Memorandum Circular 18 issued on April 21, suspended classes at all levels and work in the government and private sector on April 28, Friday, in line with the Philippines’ hosting of the Asean Summit. Passengers traveling to and from Manila from April 28-30, 2017 who wish to change their flight schedules may rebook their flights for free within 30 days. Guests flying out this weekend are advised to be at the airport early to process pre-departure requirements and avoid long lines at the check-in, security and immigration counters. Cebu Pacific’s domestic check-in counters are open three hours before the scheduled time of departure and four hours for international flights.

    All check-in counters will close 45 minutes before the scheduled time of flights, except those exiting the Middle East (one hour) and Shanghai (50 minutes). For international flights, web check-in is available from seven days up to four hours before scheduled flight departure. Those taking domestic flights can do web check-in up to one hour before their scheduled departure.

    Self Check-in Kiosks. Passengers at NAIA Terminals 3 and 4 and selected domestic airports can use these kiosks to check-in their flights eight hours up to one hour before the scheduled flight departure. Domestic web or mobile check-in guests with check-in luggage can drop these off at the bag drop counter at least 45 minutes before the flight, except those exiting the Middle East (one hour) and Shanghai (50 minutes).

    International web or mobile check-in guests still need to show up at check-in or bag drop counter at least one hour before the flight to present valid travel documents. For more information on the Asean 2017 calendar of events, traffic advisories and rerouting, visit https://www.asean2017.ph, or at the official Facebook page “Asean 2017” of the Asean 2017 Chairmanship in the Philippines.

  • Cebu Pacific joins Davao tourism program

    Cebu Pacific joins Davao tourism program

    The Cebu Pacific (CEB) has announced its participation in the largest travel event and tourism campaign in Davao region, the Visit Davao Fun Sale (VDFS). The carrier’s move is in support of the VDFS, which was launched four years ago, to promote Davao and peripheral areas in southern Mindanao as safe, enjoyable and exhilarating travel and adventure destinations for both local and foreign tourists.

    As part of the seven-week activities, CEB is flying-in top adventure travel bloggers and digital influencers from Singapore, Japan and South Korea to visit Davao and check out attractions such as the beaches in Mati City, Aliwagwag Falls and Eden Eco Adventure Park, go dolphin-watching off the coast of Mati, white-water rafting in the Davao River, pub-crawling in Davao’s city center, or shopping at the Aldevinco Center. “CEB takes pride in having the most flights to and from Davao. But more than the flights, we need to do our part to help entice tourists to fly to Davao and experience what the region has to offer.

    Davao and adjacent provinces have so much to offer tourists from all walks of life — from thrill-seekers to laidback travelers, families on vacation, barkadas on a getaway and even solo backpackers,” said JR Mantaring, CEB’s vice president for Corporate Affairs.

    Cebu Pacific has the most extensive domestic route network among Philippine carriers, with direct, inter-island connections to major tourist destinations. The carrier operates flights out of six strategically placed hubs in the country in Manila, Cebu, Davao, Clark, Kalibo, and Iloilo. Operating a hub in Davao, CEB has 141 flights to and from Davao, with six direct domestic routes (Cebu, Bacolod, Cagayan de Oro, Iloilo, Zamboanga and Manila) and a direct flight to Singapore. The airline’s extensive network covers over 100 routes and 66 destinations, spanning Asia, Australia, the Middle East, and United States of America.

    Launched in 2014, the Visit Davao Fun Sale is a partnership between local governments in the region, the Department of Tourism, other national government agencies and private enterprises to promote tour packages and unique experiences to tourists such as food and delicacy must-tries, as well as leisure and wellness activities. This year’s tours include special packages for Davao City, Island Garden City of Samal, Sta. Cruz in Davao del Sur where one of the trails to Mt. Apo is located, and the Hamiguitan Range and Wildlife Sanctuary. Since its launch, VDFS has helped push tourism growth in the region to double-digit levels, capping 2016 with 100,000 tourist arrivals. VDFS 2017 runs from April 16 to May 31.

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  • Cebu Pacific passenger volume drops in February

    Cebu Pacific passenger volume drops in February

    The Gokongwei-led carrier ferried a total of 1.45 million passengers in the second month of 2017, 6.3% less than the 1.55 million recorded during the same month last year, according to the latest operating statistics uploaded on its Web site.

    The latest tally was also down 16% from the 1.72 million passengers it ferried in January, which was up from the 1.64 million noted in January 2016.

    The data showed airline capacity dipped 1.5% to 1.74 million from 1.76 million during the comparable period, while the number of flights also decreased 2.8% to 10,237 from 10,535 previously.

    Seat load factor in February also went down to 83.6% compared to the 88% recorded in February 2016, even as the number of aircraft increased to 59 from 57.

    For the January to February period, Cebu Pacific and Cebgo already carried 3.17 million people, slightly lower than the 3.19 million seen during the comparable period last year. Capacity was up 2.7% to 3.76 million from 3.66 million, while flights during the first two months were 84.4% full on the average.

    Based on its latest operating statistics, the number of flights went up to 21,975 from 21,873.

    The Gokongwei airline is targeting to ferry 20 million passengers this year, as the company expects the delivery of 48 additional planes up to 2021.

    In 2016, it carried 19.1 million passengers, up 4% from the 18.4 million passengers flown in 2015. On average, Cebu Pacific flights were 86% full during the year.

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  • Cebu Pacific expected to mount more China flights

    Cebu Pacific expected to mount more China flights

    Cebu Pacific is expected to expand operations to China with the delivery of its ordered A321neo aircrafts that allow the budget carrier to open new routes and grow its capacity, the Center for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA) said in a recent report.

    The aviation think tank said the budget carrier has 47 aircraft on order, of which 32 are A321neos.

    “Cebu Pacific is particularly keen to use the A321neo to open new routes deeper into China,” CAPA said in its report, noting that the aircrafts will also support plans for its North Asia expansion.

    It said Cebu Pacific currently has a “small China operation,” consisting of only 17 weekly flights to four destinations.

    “However, it is keen to add new flights to China, both scheduled and charters, in line with expected further rapid growth in the China-Philippines market,” it added.

    CAPA said visitor numbers from China grew by approximately 20% in 2016, as China overtook Japan to become the country’s third largest source market for the Philippines.

    The think tank added that aside from China, Cebu Pacific is also considering opening a branch office in Japan to help support future capacity growth in both markets.

    “Cebu Pacific has expanded in Japan in recent years, adding three destinations for a total of four, and will likely use the A321neo to add capacity and new destinations,” it said in its report.

    CAPA said Japan is now Cebu Pacific’s third largest international market after Hong Kong and Singapore, while South Korea is its fourth largest international market.

    “It’s presence in Korea is surprisingly small given that South Korea is the Philippines largest source market for visitors,” the aviation think tank added.

    Cebu Pacific is looking to improve market share in South Korea with the A321neos adding to the expected capacity growth, CAPA said. The budget carrier already opened a branch office in Seoul in late 2016.

    CAPA noted that branch offices, which are “unusual,” for low cost carriers, should improve Cebu Pacific’s local distribution in international markets that consist mainly of inbound passengers.

    For this year, the think tank said Cebu Pacific “does not have the capacity to pursue significant growth in any of its international markets in 2017, but is putting in place the building blocks to support faster international growth once the A321neo arrives.”

    European plane-maker Airbus has committed to delivering three A321neos to the budget carrier in the fourth quarter, although some delays may push back the schedule.

    Cebu Pacific ended 2016 with a fleet of 57 aircraft — up only two from the beginning of the year. Cebu Pacific’s fleet was flat at 47 aircraft, while its turboprop subsidiary Cebgo expanded its fleet from eight to 10 aircraft.

    “The Cebu Pacific Group is planning once again to add only two aircraft in 2017, for a total of 59. The group plans to maintain the size of its narrowbody jet fleet at 39 aircraft as three more A319s are phased out and the first three A321neos are delivered. At the same time, an eighth A330 is being delivered and the turboprop fleet is expanding by one more aircraft for a total of 11,” CAPA said in its report.

    Cebu Pacific currently offers flights to nine destinations in China — Beijing, Guangzhou, Haikou, Lijiang, Ningbo, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Xiamen, Xian; four in Japan — Fukuoka, Nagoya, Osaka, and Tokyo; and flights to Incheon and Busan in South Korea, according to its Web site.

    Cebu Air, the listed operator of Cebu Pacific and Cebgo, saw its net income last year surge by 122% annually to P9.8 billion propelled by higher passenger, cargo and ancillary revenues.

    It flew 19.1 million passengers, up 4.1% from the 18.4 million passengers ferried in 2015.

  • Cebu Pacific to Strengthen Domestic Network with Four New Routes

    Cebu Pacific to Strengthen Domestic Network with Four New Routes

    Cebu Pacific is to strengthen its domestic network with four new routes to and from its Clark and Cebu hubs. Starting 15 May 2017, Cebu Pacific’s wholly owned subsidiary, Cebgo, will be flying daily between Clark and Caticlan (Boracay); three times weekly (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) between Clark and Busuanga; and three times weekly (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) between Cebu and Busuanga.

    Cebgo will also begin flying between Cebu and Cotabato four times weekly (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday) from 16 May 2017.

    “We believe that by opening these new routes, we are enabling more residents from Central and even North Luzon to travel to Palawan and Boracay – two of the world’s best islands, without having to make the trip to Metro Manila to catch their flights,” said Alexander Lao, Cebgo President and CEO. “Even guests from the Visayas who would like to explore Northern Palawan have to fly via Manila to get there. With a direct Cebu-Busuanga route, the islands of Coron and Culion are easier to get to. Aside from boosting domestic tourism, our new routes will also enhance trade and investment as we also make available our cargo services.”

    Aside from Cebu and Clark, Cebu Pacific also operates flights out of four other strategically placed hubs in the Philippines: Manila, Davao, Kalibo, and Iloilo. The airline’s extensive network covers over 100 routes and 66 destinations, spanning Asia, Australia, the Middle East and USA.

  • The Philippines’ first budget airlines is counting on domestic demand

    The Philippines’ first budget airlines is counting on domestic demand

    Cebu Pacific is set to achieve record results for the last financial year, said Lance Gokongwei, president and chief executive of the Philippines’ first budget airline.

    “We have about 58 to 60 percent of the domestic market now … And naturally, we benefited from lower oil prices, so we did very well last year,” Gokongwei told.

    Most of those record profits will be re-invested into acquiring planes with higher fuel efficiency, which will in turn result in more competitive airfares for Cebu Pacific customers, Gokongwei added.

    The budget airline is part of JG Summit Holdings, the second largest conglomerate in the Philippines which began as a simple corn starch plant. As president and COO of conglomerate JG Summit Holdings, Gokongwei also holds various leadership roles in the JG Summit’s fast-moving consumer goods and property arms.

    As premium airlines in the region run into turbulence, Cebu Pacific is going all in with a twofold strategy aimed at improving competitiveness. The first of those strategies involves working around the limited aviation infrastructure in the Philippines, which together with an uptick in air travel demand, has led to congestion.

    “We have a limited slot situation in Manila. The airport there is quite slot-limited so our strategy is to up-gauge the existing slots we have by putting in larger aircraft,” Gokongwei said.

    Cebu Pacific will be ramping up productivity by replacing its existing Airbus 319 and 320 models with the Airbus 321neo. The 321 model has 230 seats compared to the existing 180 seats onboard the Airbus 320. The airline has committed $4 billion to a fleet upgrading program that would see it acquiring 46 new planes between now and 2021.

    The airline’s second strategy involves developing and investing in 5 additional hubs outside Manila, including Cebu, Davao and Ilo Ilo. Smaller aircraft will be used to provide direct access along those routes, Gokongwei said.

    Giving Cebu Pacific an additional boost could be the Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s plans to ramp up infrastructure spending. Gokongwei said there are plans to “build out the 5 airports outside of Manila.”

    “Before, travelling by air was considered something only the elite did and now, everyone in the Philippines has access to fly through democratized travel,” Gokongwei said.

  • Cebu Pacific links up with KLM AFI to service expanding fleet

    Cebu Pacific links up with KLM AFI to service expanding fleet

    Gokongwei-led budget airline Cebu Pacific (CEB) has chosen Air France Industries KLM Engineering and Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) to provide maintenance support for its expected new fleet of Airbus A320s .

    “This is our first agreement with Cebu Pacific and also our first component support contract in the strategic Philippines market,” said Gery Mortreux, Executive Vice President of AFI KLM E&M in a statement released.

    The selection of AFI KLM E&M came following a call for tenders by CEB in September last year for the carrier’s expanding fleet of Airbus passenger jets .

    The long-term contract covers a fleet of over 40 Airbus A320-family aircraft, and encompasses full component support and solutions, including repairs and local pool access to maximize aircraft availability for both CEB’s A320s and its future A321neos.

    The A321 neo (new engine option) is a variant of the A320 that features a more efficient engine and more aerodynamic refinements.

    CEB currently has a fleet of 59 aircraft, comprised of 4 Airbus A319s, 36 Airbus A320s, 7 Airbus A330s, 8 ATR 72-500, and 4 ATR 72-600 aircraft. The average age of its fleet currently stands at 4.94 years.

    The airline also expects to take delivery of 45 brand-new aircraft as part of its fleet renewal program composed of one brand-new Airbus A330, 32 Airbus A321neos, and 12 ATR 72-600s

    All told, the new aircraft will bring the CEB fleet to 85 by 2021.

    CEB’s local rival, flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL), is also in the process of upgrading its fleet headlined by two new Boeing 777–300ERs set to arrive in December 2017 and January 2018, the airline announced over the weekend.

    Along with that, it is also expecting the arrival of the Q400 Next Generation turboprops for domestic flights starting in July 2017, and the first of 6 new A350-900s expected to arrive in 2018.

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  • Cebu Pacific’s Dubai route surges ahead as profit doubles

    Cebu Pacific’s Dubai route surges ahead as profit doubles

    Cebu Pacific Air boosted passenger numbers between Dubai and Manila last year as profits more than doubled, overcoming overcapacity in the global aviation sector.

    The Philippine low-cost carrier said overall passenger numbers between Dubai and Manila rose by 8 per cent to more than 252,000.

    That beat overall passenger growth at the airline, which flew a total of 19.1 million customers, up by 4.1 per cent on a year earlier.

    The airline reported profit of 9.8 billion Philippine pesos (Dh725.4 million) – an increase of 122 per cent on a year earlier. Growth in revenue from baggage fees, on-board meals and merchandise helped to drive profits higher, it said.

    Total revenue, which includes cargo services, jumped by 9.6 per cent to 61.9bn pesos.

    In 2016, Cebu Pacific flew to 36 domestic and 30 international destinations through 102 routes.

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  • Cebu Pacific posts P9.8bn net income in 2016

    Cebu Pacific posts P9.8bn net income in 2016

    Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) posted a net income of P9.8bn in 2016, up 122% year-on-year, on the back of the strong demand for low-cost air travel and robust growth in ancillary revenues, which include baggage fees, on-board meals, and merchandise.

    Total revenues, which include CEB cargo services and wholly-owned subsidiary Cebgo, jumped 9.6% to P61.9bn, as passenger revenues surged 9.2% to P46.6bn. For the full year, CEB flew 19.1mn passengers, up 4.1% versus the 18.4mn passengers carried in 2015.
    “2016 was a great year for CEB as we continue to enable ‘every Juan’ to fly to more destinations around the Philippines and to key destinations in Asia, the Middle East, Australia, and the US.

    “CEB remains committed to further increasing inter-island connectivity within the Philippines to promote trade and tourism and help more people connect with their families and friends all around the world, while consistently providing our trademark best value fares,” said lawyer JR Mantaring, vice-president for Corporate Affairs of Cebu Pacific.

    In 2016, CEB flew to 36 domestic and 30 international destinations through 102 routes and more than 2,820 flights weekly. CEB boosted its intra-regional network in the Visayas with flights from Cebu to Ormoc, Roxas and Calbayog. The airline also launched direct service between Kalibo and Incheon, as well as its first US destination, Guam.

    CEB also teamed-up with some of the world’s leading Low Cost Carriers (LCC) to form Value Alliance, the world’s largest LCC Alliance, which aims to provide greater value, connectivity and choice for travel throughout Southeast Asia, North Asia, and Australia. CEB also opened a branch office in South Korea to boost promotional efforts in the Korean market.

    CEB capped 2016 with 57 aircraft, adding two brand-new ATR 72-600 aircraft in February 2017, to bring its current fleet to 59. For the rest of 2017, CEB expects to take delivery of one Airbus A330, two Airbus A321neo, and four more ATR 72-600, and delivering out three of its four Airbus A319 to end the year with 63 aircraft. CEB continues to have one of the youngest aircraft fleets in the world with an average age of 4.91 years.

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  • Cebu Pacific expands payment options

    Cebu Pacific expands payment options

    Cebu Pacific has rolled out more payment options for travelers in time for the summer peak period. Cebu Pacific has partnered with American Express (Amex), allowing its cardholders to book and buy their flights using their Amex cards. Amex, owned by global services company American Express, is the largest card issuer in the world based on purchase volume and one of the largest card networks in the world, with over 109-Million cards running on its proprietary network, including those issued by 148 partners in 160 markets across the world. In the Philippines, AMEX cards are issued by BDO Unibank. “CEB remains firm to its commitment of allowing more and more travelers to fly.

    We believe that by continuing to expand the payment options we offer, we empower more travelers to not only choose their flights among the numerous we offer, but also pay for these in the easiest and most convenient way for them. Our partnership with American Express enables CEB to offer simplified and efficient business-to-business solutions for corporate payments,” said Cebu Pacific Vice President for Marketing and Distribution Candice Iyog. Aside from Amex, Cebu Pacific also accepts credit card payments through Visa and Mastercard.

    Other easy online payment options include BancNet Online, PayPal and Alipay. For passengers who still prefer to pay in cash, CEB offers over-the-counter payments through over 1,700 branches of 7-11 and over 1,800 Cebuana Lhuiller outlets nationwide. Existing CEB payment centers, Robinsons Department Stores and SM Department Stores still accept payments for online bookings. For cash or over-the-counter payments, can book flights through the CEB website, and choose the “Pay Within 24 Hours” payment center option, upon reaching the payment page.

    CEB currently offers flights to a total of 37 domestic and 29 international destinations, operating an extensive network across Asia, Australia, the Middle East, and USA. Its 59-strong fleet is comprised of four Airbus A319, 36 Airbus A320, seven Airbus A330, eight ATR 72-500, and four ATR 72-600 aircraft. Between 2017 and 2021, CEB expects delivery of one more brand-new Airbus A330, 32 Airbus A321neo, and 12 ATR 72-600 aircraft.

  • Cebu Pacific earned P9.8B in profits, up 122%, in 2016

    Cebu Pacific earned P9.8B in profits, up 122%, in 2016

    Budget carrier Cebu Pacific has vowed to increase inter island connectivity within the Philippines to stimulate trade and tourism within the country.

    Cebu Pacific Vice President for Corporate Affairs Paterno S. Mantaring said this commitment comes on the heels of the company registering a 122-percent increase in net income in 2016.

    A filing with the stock exchange showed Cebu Air Inc. booked P9.8 billion in profits last year, thanks to the strong demand for low-cost air travel and robust growth in ancillary revenues.

    Total revenues, including that of subsidiary Cebgo, rose by 9.6 percent to P61.9 billion, while expenses inched up by a mere 1 percent to P54.06 billion.

    “The year 2016 was a great year for Cebu Pacific, as we continue to enable every Juan to fly to more destinations around the Philippines and to key destinations in Asia, the Middle East, Australia and the US,” Mantaring said. “Cebu Pacific remains committed to further increase inter-island connectivity within the Philippines to promote trade and tourism and help more people connect with their families and friends all around the world, while consistently providing our trademark best-value fares.”

    In 2016 Cebu Pacific flew to 36 domestic and 30 international destinations through 102 routes and more than 2,820 flights weekly. It boosted its intra-regional network in the Visayas with flights from Cebu to Ormoc, Roxas and Calbayog.

    The airline also launched direct service between Kalibo and Incheon, Korea, as well as its first US destination, Guam. It also teamed up with some of the world’s leading low-cost carriers to form Value Alliance, the world’s largest budget-carrier alliance, which aims to provide greater value, connectivity and choice for travel throughout Southeast Asia, North Asia and Australia.

    In total, the airline flew 19.1 million passengers in 2016, up by 4.1 percent versus the 18.4 million passengers carried in 2015.

    The Gokongwei-led carrier capped 2016 with 57 aircraft, adding two brand-new ATR 72-600 aircraft in February 2017, to bring its current fleet to 59.

    For the rest of 2017, CEB expects to take delivery of one Airbus A330, two Airbus A321neo, and four more ATR 72-600; and delivering out three of its four Airbus A319 to end the year with 63 aircraft.

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  • Cebu Pacific opens Bacolod-CDO flights

    Cebu Pacific opens Bacolod-CDO flights

    CEBU Pacific (CEB) has expanded its inter-regional route network by opening its Bacolod and Cagayan de Oro (CDO) flights, one of the two new routes that will further connect the Visayas and Northern Mindanao. On March 15, the airline opened the Bacolod-CDO route with three flights every week specifically on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

    The other route is between CDO and Tagbilaran City, with four flight schedules weekly during Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Both new routes will use the airline’s ATR aircraft. Alexander Lao, president and CEO of Cebgo, said these new routes will not only boost tourism, but also increase trade and productivity between Visayas and Mindanao.

    Lao said they are also optimistic that this will encourage a number of tourists and businessmen from Tagbilaran and Bacolod to visit Mindanao more often with direct flights. “We are very thrilled to begin flying to and from these destinations,” he said, adding that movement of goods between these islands will also be facilitated as Cebu Pacific cargo services are also available in these routes. The airline company, in a press statement, said the new routes going to and from CDO also provide travelers with the best connectivity option through direct flights that eliminates the need to pass through Manila or Cebu. Cebu Pacific offers its lowest all-in one way year-round fares of P1,806 and P1,235 from CDO to Bacolod and Tagbilaran, respectively, it added.

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  • Cebu Pacific expands VISMIN routes

    Cebu Pacific expands VISMIN routes

    CEBU Pacific announced it has expanded its inter-regional route network with the addition of two new routes that will connect the Visayas to Northern Mindanao. Starting Mar.15, 2017, CEB will be flying four times weekly (Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday) between Cagayan de Oro and Tagbilaran; and three times a week (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday) between the former and Bacolod.

    Both new routes to and from Cagayan de Oro will use the airline’s ATR aircraft.

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  • Cebu Pacific acquires 59th aircraft

    Cebu Pacific acquires 59th aircraft

    The Philippines’ leading carrier, Cebu Pacific Air recently took delivery of its 59th aircraft, a brand new ATR 72-600 which is the fourth of the 16 firm orders CEB made last year.

    The new ATR 72-600 will be used to support the company’s expansion as CEB, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Cebgo, which is launching two new routes -Cagayan de Oro to Bacolod and Cagayan de Oro to Tagbilaran — this March 15. “We are eager to receive yet another addition to our ATR fleet, supporting our expansion plans in the archipelago.

    CEB remains committed to further increase inter-island connectivity within the Philippines, to serve not only our kababayans but also tourists who wish to explore the country’s beautiful islands and experience the world-renowned Filipino hospitality,” said Alexander Lao, President and CEO of Cebgo.

    “Rest assured, we will continue making more destinations accessible to everyJuan while consistently providing our trademark low fares, paired with our safe and fun service” added Lao. CEB currently offers flights to a total of 37 domestic and 29 international destinations, operating an extensive network across Asia, Australia, the Middle East, and USA. The airline’s 59-strong fleet is comprised of four Airbus A319, 36 Airbus A320, seven Airbus A330, eight ATR 72-500, and four ATR 72-600 aircraft. Between 2017 and 2021, CEB expects delivery of one more brand-new Airbus A330, 32 Airbus A321neo, and 12 ATR 72-600 aircraft.