Cebu Pacific adds 3 more Airbus planes to its fleet

Cebu Pacific Air (CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, reported that it has received the delivery of three aircraft in quick succession so it can further boost its operational resilience and meet the resurgent demand for air travel.

In a statement, the airline said the newly accepted aircraft that touched down at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) in Manila included an A330neo, which arrived on July 26, and an A320neo and A320ceo delivered on Aug. 3 and 4, respectively. 

This brings the total number of aircraft that Cebu Pacific has received so far this year to 10. 

“Our continuous fleet expansion efforts underscore our commitment to provide safe, affordable, and accessible flights for every Juan,” said CEB President and Chief Commercial Officer Xander Lao. 

He noted that “as the demand for air travel to continues to rise, we are confident that we will be able to cater to more passengers looking to connect with other people or discover new destinations with Cebu Pacific.”

Airbus NEOs are the latest-generation aircraft that burn 15 percent less fuel per flight and produce less noise compared to the previous generation. The reduction in fuel consumption leads to a corresponding reduction in aircraft carbon emissions.

On July 2, CEB announced that it has signed a binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Airbus for the purchase of up to 152 A321neo aircraft for $24 billion (P1.4 trillion) based on list prices, the largest aircraft order in Philippine aviation history.

CEB operates one of the youngest fleets in the world, with its diversified commercial fleet mix of nine Airbus 330s, 39 Airbus 320s, 22 Airbus 321s, and 15 ATR turboprop aircraft enabling the widest network coverage in the Philippines.