Philippines

The Philippines and Kazakhstan have separately expanded their bilateral air service arrangements with Turkey, paving the way for more passenger capacity through Istanbul and a wider range of secondary gateways.

While the surge in fuel costs has tipped Philippine Airlines (PAL) into the red in the first half of 2026, the carrier said its long-term business strategy remains on track.

Philippines Eyes Military Satellite, Space Center By 2028

The Philippines targets deployment of its first military satellite by 2028 and plans to establish a dedicated space organization to oversee future military space ops.

Finding a site in Southeast Asia “was never a doubt” because of the region’s growth and strategic location, says Lufthansa Technik Philippines CEO.

AirAsia Philippines has paid overdue fees to Philippine aviation authorities, averting a ban on using facilities at some of the country’s airports.

The Philippine government reportedly warned it will block AirAsia Philippines from using airport facilities if long-overdue fees are not paid within three days.

The U.S. State Department has approved the Philippines’ request for a Bell 505 Jet Ranger X training package, valued at approximately $150 million.

The Philippines-based LCC believes its next growth phase will lead to a stronger, more dominant position in the Pacific market.

Philippine Airlines is forecasting a more challenging second quarter as the carrier navigates rising fuel costs and a looming national fuel shortage.

The Philippines signed a contract for six anti-submarine-warfare helicopters, according to a report detailing the Defense Department's approved acquisitions.

The need to refresh and bolster air forces in Southeast Asia outpaces the urgency for action.

The Philippines has signed a contract with Korea Aerospace Industries to upgrade its Air Force’s existing fleet of 11 FA-50PH light combat aircraft.

Dornier Technology’s CEO on the company’s recent FAA certification and its expansion plans for the future.

The Philippines' booming airline sector is driving demand for MRO services, with the number of approved maintenance organizations rising through this year.

Thales has been awarded a contract by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines to upgrade the country’s air traffic management system.

Boeing has raised its 20-year commercial aircraft demand forecast for Southeast Asia.

Leonardo has formally offered 32 Eurofighter Typhoon Tranche 5 fighters to meet the Philippine Air Force’s (PAF) multi-role combat aircraft (MRCA) requirement.

The Philippines’ program for the redevelopment of Davao International Airport has received its first unsolicited proposal.

Avion Express Philippines has received a temporary operating permit from the Philippines Civil Aeronautics Board.

Saab is looking to boost output of Gripen fighters given ongoing contract talks and potential orders, company CEO Micael Johansson said.

Royal Air Philippines has received its first Airbus A321P2F freighter, under a partnership with Chinese state-owned enterprise NNJT.

Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

The Philippine National Defense Department and Korea Aerospace Industries signed a contract on June 3 for the acquisition of 12 more FA-50PH light fighters.

Lockheed Martin says it has proposed to establish several in-country MRO capabilities in the Philippines to support the F-16 and C-130 fleets.