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Philippine Airlines orders 15 Boeing 787s, with options for five more

Published Monday, July 20, 2026 · Updated July 21

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  • Fleet Expansion and Modernization — 1 source

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Philippine Airlines has placed a firm order for 15 Boeing 787-10 widebody aircraft, with an option to purchase five more. This significant fleet expansion is estimated to be worth approximately $3.4 billion if all 20 planes are acquired, with deliveries anticipated to commence in 2031.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Philippine Airlines confirmed 15 firm orders for Boeing 787-10 widebody jetliners, with purchase rights for an additional five, on Monday.
  • The deal for the Boeing 787-10s, if all 20 planes are purchased, is estimated to be worth about $3.4 billion, with deliveries expected to begin in 2031.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Fleet Expansion and Modernization
  • Channel News Asia

    Channel News Asia reported that Philippine Airlines placed a firm order for 15 Boeing 787-10 widebody jetliners, with options for five more. The deal, potentially worth $3.4 billion for all 20 planes, is expected to see deliveries begin in 2031. The article also mentioned a separate order for nine Airbus A350 jets, highlighting the airline's strategic fleet expansion and modernization to meet recovering international travel demand.

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