Cebu Pacific ends 2024 with a new Airbus A321neo

Cebu Pacific ended 2024 on a high as it received a new Airbus A321neo, its 17th delivery for 2024.

This latest acquisition arrived on 24th December and boosts Cebu Pacific’s position as one of the leading players in Philippine aviation.

The arrival of the 236-seater aircraft brought CEB’s commercial fleet to 91, and served as a perfect cap for a year that saw enhanced operational capacity and an expanded route network.

Cebu Pacific president and chief commercial officer Xander Lao remarked: “The arrival of this new aircraft reinforces our readiness to meet the rising travel demand and our commitment to enhancing connectivity for our passengers in 2025 and beyond.”

At present, Cebu Pacific operates one of the youngest fleets globally, comprising 10 Airbus A330s, 40 Airbus A320s, 26 Airbus A321s and 15 ATR turboprop aircraft. 

This diverse fleet enables the airline to maintain the widest network coverage in the Philippines. 

A more sustainable option

The Airbus NEO (New Engine Option) series is known for its environmental efficiency, burning 15 percent less fuel and generating lower noise levels compared to previous models. 

This translates into a significant reduction in carbon emissions that is in alignment with the airline’s sustainability goals.

Last 2nd October, Cebu Pacific announced a historic agreement with Airbus and Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, for up to 152 A321neo aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines. 

Valued at approximately US$24 billion at list prices, the deal was hailed as the largest aircraft acquisition in Philippine aviation history.