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Philippine Airlines has agreed to purchase up to 20 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner aircraft, marking its first order for Boeing planes in nearly 20 years. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery starting in 2031. The deal represents a significant shift for the airline, which has historically favored Airbus aircraft in recent years. The order signals a renewed partnership between Philippine Airlines and Boeing, and reflects the carrier's long-term fleet modernization and expansion plans. The announcement was made in Manila and reported by The Business Times Singapore on July 20, 2026.
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Philippine Airlines agreed to purchase as many as 20 787-10 Dreamliners. PHOTO: EPA-EFE
MANILA — Philippine Airlines plans to place its first order for Boeing aircraft in almost two decades, with the airline agreeing to purchase as many as 20 787-10 Dreamliners.
The aircraft are scheduled for delivery starting in 2031.
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The Business TimesRegional
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Boeing wins first Philippine Airlines order in two decades