Strategic agreements with Boeing, Airbus, GE Aerospace and Rolls-Royce shape the next generation of Philippine Airlines’ widebody fleet
Philippine Airlines (PAL) advanced its long term fleet modernization strategy at the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow, unveiling a series of strategic agreements that will shape the airline’s next generation of widebody operations through 2036.
Over two days at the airshow, PAL announced orders for Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners and additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, together with the engine selections and long-term service agreements that will support their operation.
– 15 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners with options for 5 additional aircraft
– GE Aerospace GEnx-1B engines selected to power the Boeing 787-10 fleet – 9 additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft with options for 5 more
– Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines selected for the A350-1000 fleet with TotalCare® agreement covering engine maintenance and health management
The agreements comprise up to 34 widebody aircraft. The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner jets will be delivered from 2031 to 2034, while the additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft are scheduled for delivery from 2034 to 2036.
“These widebody aircraft and engine investments will enable Philippine Airlines to expand its reach, compete more effectively in key international markets, and serve better the evolving needs of travelers,” said Lucio C. Tan III, President and CEO of PAL Holdings, Inc. “They will allow us to play an even greater role as the Philippine flag carrier in connecting people, businesses, and communities across continents while supporting tourism, trade, and national development.”
“The aircraft and engine commitments announced at Farnborough reflect our focus on building a fleet that is both versatile and future-ready,” said Richard Nuttall, PAL President. “The combination of the Boeing 787-10, Airbus A350-1000 aircraft and their respective GEnx-1B and Trent XWB-97 engines brings the right balance of efficiency, reliability, and flexibility to support our network.”
The Farnborough announcements come after PAL’s recent milestones, including the introduction of two of nine earlier ordered Airbus A350-1000 into service, recognition by Cirium as the Asia-Pacific’s most on-time airline in 2025, its successful inaugural international bond offering, and the invitation to join the oneworld® alliance.