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UAE Moments
2 days ago
- General
- UAE Moments
7 Deadliest Plane Crashes in the Philippines
While plane crashes are rare, when they happen they leave unforgettable marks. In the Philippines, each event reshaped safety rules, highlighted technical issues, and forever changed the families involved. Here's an insider's look at the 7 deadliest airline disasters from the 1970s onwards. 1. Air Philippines Flight 541 (April 19, 2000): 131 Lives Lost Air Philippines Flight 541 crashed on approach to Davao, killing all 131 people on board — 124 passengers and 7 crew. Attempting to land in poor visibility, the Boeing 737 descended into a coconut grove on Samal Island. This remains the deadliest air disaster in Philippine aviation history. 2. Cebu Pacific Flight 387 (Feb 2, 1998): 104 Fatalities This McDonnell Douglas DC-9 hit Mount Sumagaya, killing all 104 aboard. Pilots were flying visually in fog and outdated maps listed the mountain peak lower than its actual height. The crash spurred improved aircraft training and stricter flight rules. 3. Philippine Air Force C‑130 (July 4, 2021): 53 Dead A military C‑130 overshot the runway at Jolo Airport, crashing into nearby buildings. Fifty soldiers and three civilians died, while 54 survived. Investigations pointed to environmental and mechanical factors affecting the landing. 4. Philippine Airlines Flight 206 (June 26, 1987): 50 Fatalities Flight 206 collided with fog-draped Mount Ugu outside Baguio. All 50 passengers and crew perished. The crash highlighted the dangers of flying in poor weather. 5. Philippine Airlines Flight 215 (April 21, 1970): 36 Lives Taken A bomb exploded mid-air on this Hawker Siddeley HS‑748. The attack claimed all 36 aboard —32 passengers and 4 crew—prompting a major overhaul in airport security. 6. Aerolift Flight 075 (May 11, 1990): 25 Fatalities This Beechcraft 1900C lost an engine during takeoff and crashed into a house in Parañaque. All 21 onboard plus four from the ground died. Authorities later diagnosed pilot error worsened by engine failure. 7. Laoag International Flight 585 (2002): 19 Dead The aircraft took off from Manila to Batanes, then returned after both engines failed. The crew tried a water landing in Manila Bay, but the plane sank and 19 people died. Investigators blamed incorrectly closed fuel valves and airline mismanagement. What These Tragedies Taught Us Limited Visibility & VFR Errors: Many crashes involved pilots flying visually in poor weather. Outdated Charts & Safety Gaps: Erroneous maps and insufficient training were alarming trends. Need for Stronger Security: The 1970 bombing marked a turning point for airport safety. Aircraft Maintenance & Airline Oversight: Laoag's crash showed how administrative shortcuts can kill. Quick Stats Snapshot Flight Year Fatalities Main Cause Flight 541 2000 131 Poor visibility, VFR in low clouds Flight 387 1998 104 Fog, bad maps, downdraft C‑130 2021 53 Landing overshoot, terrain factors Flight 206 1987 50 Foggy mountain approach Flight 215 1970 36 Bombing, security failure Flight 075 1990 25 Engine failure Flight 585 2002 19 Fuel valve error, maintenance faults Why It Still Matters Today These disasters forced major reforms in Philippine aviation:
Khaleej Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Philippine Airlines cancels flights to Middle East amid Iran-Israel conflict
[Editor's Note: Follow the KT live blog for live updates on the Israel-Iran conflict.] Flagship carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) suspended six flights between Manila and Dubai, Doha, and Riyadh, on Tuesday, June 24, while budget carrier Cebu Pacific (CEB) advised their passengers that all flights between Dubai and Manila 'will continue to operate as scheduled.' PAL announced: 'Due to the developing situation in the Middle East, the following flights have been cancelled on June 24: PR 684 Manila - Doha PR 658/659 Manila - Dubai - Manila PR 654/655 Manila - Riyadh - Manila" PAL also canceled flight PR 685 from Doha to Manila originally scheduled on June 25. PAL said, "Affected passengers can rebook to another flight with available space within 60 days from the original flight, in the same booking class or higher within the same cabin class." Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. "They could also opt to refund the ticket without penalties, excluding the ticketing service charge," they said. Another option is to convert the ticket to travel credits equivalent to the unused base fare of the affected passenger's ticket. Voucher validity is one year from the date of issuance, PAL added. Cebu Pacific operations unaffected Meanwhile, Cebu Pacific assured their operations are not affected. 'Our route does not fly over conflict-affected areas in the Middle East, allowing us to operate safely. We continue to actively monitor the situation and will share further updates as necessary,' the budget airline added. 'However, for passengers traveling (between Manila and Dubai) who wish to reschedule their flights, (we are) offering flexible options—including free rebooking and travel fund conversion—for passengers booked on Dubai flights scheduled on June 24. These options are available online up to two (2) hours before the scheduled departure time,' CEB added.
South China Morning Post
7 days ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Japan overtakes Hong Kong as Cebu Pacific's top destination
Japan has overtaken Hong Kong's long-standing status as the most-travelled destination on Cebu Pacific, the Philippines' largest airline, even though it carried a record number of Filipino visitors to the city last year, the carrier's president has told the Post. Advertisement In an interview, the budget airline's president and chief commercial officer Alexander Lao forecast robust passenger growth for the current year after the firm rolled out two new routes to Hong Kong at the end of last year – Davao and Iloilo – in an expansion of its international reach to boost traffic between the city and the Philippines. He said he expected to generate double-digit passenger growth between Hong Kong and the Philippines this year as the carrier banked on its expanded destinations with affordable fares to woo visitors. In the first quarter, the airline carried more than 312,000 passengers between the Philippines and Hong Kong, a 9 per cent year-on-year increase. The firm had 1.13 million passengers between the two places last year, a jump of 34 per cent from over 840,000 in 2023. 'We are the airline that has the most connections – five places – between the Philippines and Hong Kong … Traditionally, Hong Kong has been our largest market but it was overtaken by Japan last year as there was also a record number of Filipino nationals visiting the country,' he said. Advertisement 'There's room to grow even faster. If you take a look at our overall growth in passenger traffic, which is 20 per cent plus, we normally see it in the double digits.'
Associated Press
16-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
RTX's Pratt & Whitney and Cebu Pacific sign long-term engine maintenance deal
GTF maintenance agreement supports airline's long-term fleet plans PARIS, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, and Cebu Pacific (CEB) have signed a long-term EngineWise™ comprehensive maintenance services agreement for the airline's GTF engine fleet. This agreement aligns Cebu Pacific's maintenance costs to the utilization of the airline's engines. 'The agreement reflects our ongoing collaboration with Cebu Pacific to optimize the reliability and efficiency of their fleet,' said Rick Deurloo, president of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney. 'It underscores our commitment to enabling our customer's network expansion and growth.' The 12-year agreement provides comprehensive support for the GTF engines Cebu Pacific ordered in 2024. This includes the historic order of engines for up to 152 A321neo aircraft announced in July 2024 along with the engines for the 15 A320neo family aircraft that was announced in February 2024. Through Pratt & Whitney's fleet management programs, the airline gains access to technical expertise, fleet data, and business intelligence – ensuring greater transparency and predictability in maintenance planning. 'Maintaining the performance and efficiency of our fleet is a top priority,' said Mike Szucs, chief executive officer of Cebu Pacific. 'The GTF engine has enabled up to 20% reduction in fuel burn compared to previous-generation engines – translating into meaningful savings in fuel efficiency, lower emissions and reduced operating costs. This agreement strengthens our ability to scale sustainably while continuing to deliver on our commitments to passengers.' Currently, Cebu Pacific operates 56 Pratt & Whitney powered aircraft. Prior to GTF engines, Pratt & Whitney supplied JT8D engines for the airline's DC-9 aircraft fleet. Pratt & Whitney and Cebu Pacific's relationship extends back to the 1990s. About Cebu Pacific Cebu Pacific is the Philippines' largest carrier both domestically and internationally with 37 domestic destinations, with hubs in Manila, Cebu, Clark, Iloilo, and Davao. It also currently operates flights to 26 international destinations, spanning across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. Cebu Pacific currently operates a fleet of 98 aircraft—the youngest jet fleet in the Philippines—including a diversified mix of Airbus A320, A321, A330, and ATR aircraft. For questions or to schedule an interview, please contact [email protected]. About Pratt & Whitney Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units for military, commercial and civil aviation customers. Since 1925, our engineers have pioneered the development of revolutionary propulsion technologies, and today we support more than 90,000 engines in service through our global network of maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities. About RTX RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2024 sales of more than $80 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. For questions or to schedule an interview, please contact [email protected]. View original content: SOURCE RTX
Filipino Times
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Filipino Times
The Filipino Times marks 12th anniversary by supporting Philippine Independence Day celebrations in Dubai
As The Filipino Times marks its 12th anniversary, the organization continues to stand proudly alongside the Filipino community by supporting this year's Philippine Independence Day celebrations in Dubai. Strengthening its commitment to connect with Filipinos across the UAE, The Filipino Times took part as an official media partner in the vibrant gatherings held at the Dubai World Trade Centre Exhibition Halls 1 & 2 this June, which brought thousands together to celebrate culture, heritage, and community. On June 1, the festivities presented by Emirates Loves Philippines, Infinite Communities, and The Filipino Channel welcomed many, alongside the support of our valued partners Kings Medical Center, Cebu Pacific, and VPerfumes, whose presence added warmth and excitement to the occasion. The spirit of Filipino pride continued on June 14, with the event organized by the Filipino Social Club – Dubai, where NutriAsia, Cebu Pacific, Kings Medical Center, Sun Life, Essenzi Perfumes, Shankar Trading Company, and WestZone joined in fostering community connection and celebration. Both occasions featured lively programs, family-friendly activities, and engaging booths where brands shared their products and services, encouraging Filipinos to enjoy and support one another. The celebrations held a special resonance, as the significance of Araw ng Kalayaan harmonized with The Filipino Times' own anniversary — a shared journey of honoring Filipino identity and community spirit. We extend our gratitude for the continued partnership with these community-driven initiatives and trusted brands. At The Filipino Times, we remain dedicated to delivering stories, opportunities, and experiences that uplift Filipinos in the UAE and beyond — staying true to its mission to connect, inform, and serve.
