Philippine Airlines is also sometimes referred to as Philippine Air Lines. It serves as the flagship carrier of the South-East Asian island nation of Philippines. The airline commenced service in 1941 and has since has grown manifolds to become one of the largest airlines in the country. The airline holds the distinction of becoming the first and oldest Asian airline to operate under its original name since inception. Its headquarters are located in the Philippine National Bank Financial Center in Pasay City. It operates out of its hubs in Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Mactan-Cebu International Airport. At present it flies to over 35 destinations around the world. Bangkok, Beijing, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, Riyadh, Vancouver, London, Brisbane, Honolulu, and Melbourne are a few cities served by the airline. The airline has inked codeshare agreements with PAL Express, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Garuda Indonesia, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Vietnam Airlines. Currently, its fleet consists of planes from Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 747-400, Airbus A340-300, Airbus A330-300, Airbus A321-200, Airbus A320-200, and Airbus A319-100 series. Its frequent flyer program is called Mabuhay Miles.
Travel Classes:
The airline offers service across two classes- Business Class and Economy Class.
In-flight Services and Amenities
Business Class
- Offers angled- flat bed seats
- Some planes consist of gooseneck reading lights
- Seats are equipped with charging ports
- USB ports available
- 10.6-inch seat-back monitor available
- Large tray table and bottle holder available
- Complimentary amenity kits provided to the passengers
- The airline uses lavish deep-blue upholstery
- On demand audio/video available
- An assortment of movies, and music available
- Delectable spread of Western, Filipino and Japanese Kaiseki spread served onboard
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages offered
- Passengers can indulge in duty-free shopping
Economy Class
- Personal monitor available
- Comfortable seating
- Invigorating cabin interiors
- Variety of options available for entertainment like movies, and music
- Complimentary meals and snacks available on selected flights with duration more than 45 minutes
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages served
- Passengers can indulge in duty-free shopping