Philippine Airlines, About Us
A PROUD HERITAGE, A PROMISING FUTURE
Philippine Airlines (PAL) began life with a noble mission: to serve as a partner in nation-building. With this in mind, PAL took to the skies on 15 March 1941, using a Beech Model 18 aircraft amid the specter of a global war. It became Asia's first airline.
PAL through the years
Since then, PAL deeply involved itself in shaping the course of historic events. With its every takeoff and touchdown, PAL planted the seed of growth.
PAL has become one of the most respected airlines around the world with a young and modern fleet of aircraft and a route network that spans 31 foreign cities and 21 domestic points.
Service excellence
PAL's excellent service has won the hearts of travelers worldwide. This trademark has distinguished it from the pack and has stood guard in an environment that has grown more competitive by the day.
But PAL does not sit on its laurels. Realizing that it owes its success to its loyal passengers, PAL launched a campaign called "Call for excellence" to serve its market better.
Embracing e-business
PAL began embracing electronic commerce with the introduction of its Online Booking service that accepts ticket purchases and credit card payments for all flights. A new, improved website was also launched to serve the customers' needs more quickly and efficiently.
A promising future
The future for PAL has never been more promising. Its' more than six decades of service has given the airline a greater sense of purpose, a rising pride in its product and a confidence born out of having survived probably the worst.
These will surely win the battles ahead for PAL.
Philippine Airlines, Planes
Philippine Airlines Fleet
Boeing 747-400
The B747-400 is the latest and best-selling model of the 747 family. Its popularity is based on its unbeatable low seat-mile cost, flexibility, long range dominance, unmatched comfort options and ability to integrate new technology.
Airbus A340-300
The A340 is the long-range version of A330, The main difference being that it is equipped with four engines, which allow unrestricted operations on long-haul routes.
Airbus A330-300
The A330 is part of the A330/A340 Family of fly-by-wire wide body aircraft. It is optimized for regional routes and most cost effective twin-aisle airliner ever built.
Airbus A320-200
The A320 is the founding member of the A320 family, the world's first fly-by-wire jetliner family. The wide, comfortable cabin makes the aircraft popular with passengers and crew alike.
Boeing 737-400
Power 2 CFM Int'l CFM56-3C1 Speed 455 knots / 524 mph Capacity 168 Passengers (Fiesta Class) and 7 tons Cargo Number 1
Boeing 737-300
Power 2 CFM Int'l CFM56-3-B1 Speed 455 knots / 524 mph Capacity 114 Passengers (2-class layout), 148 Passengers (Fiesta Class) and 6 tons Cargo. Number 3
Philippine Airlines, Foundation
Where PAL goes, progress follows ....
Founded in 1992, the Philippine Airlines Foundation (PALF) is the community relations arm of Asia's First Airline and an accredited disaster relief, crisis intervention and welfare organization.
PAL Medical Travel Grants are PALF's main program for humanitarian and social development assistance. These enable indigent Filipinos to go for medical treatment as charity or service patients for serious health conditions.
The PAL Foundation has a preferential option for the poorest and the weakest members of society - the children, the differently abled and the elderly.
It is a service organization that values people over profits.
Philippine Airlines, Planes
Philippine Airlines Domestic Route Map
Philippine Airlines International Route Map
Service is our Priority - Satisfaction is our Guarantee