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Philippine Airlines to Order Boeing 787s and Airbus A350s
Philippine Airlines is preparing to split a major widebody fleet expansion between Boeing and Airbus at the upcoming Farnborough Airshow. The 85-year-old carrier is reportedly finalizing an agreement for 15 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners and nine Airbus A350-1000s. While the airline already flies the A350-1000, this deal marks its first time acquiring the 787-10. For aspiring heavy jet pilots, this dual-fleet strategy points to a robust pipeline of widebody hiring and diverse type-rating opportunities on long-haul international routes.