Cebu Pacific eyes new jets for possible US flights
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Cebu Pacific, the country’s largest carrier, said Wednesday it was considering acquiring wide-body jets for possible flights to the United States.
While “no formal decisions” have been made, Cebu Pacific said studying the acquisition of new aircraft is part of its long-term planning.
In a disclosure to the stock exchange, the company said it was “evaluating new generation wide body aircraft that would enable it to enter new markets such as the United States.”
The clarification was issued after The Standard newspaper, quoting an aviation think-tank, said Cebu Pacific was planning to acquire new planes for trips to the US West Coast.
Cebu Pacific currently flies to the US territory of Guam. It also operates long-haul flights to the Middle East and Australia.
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Q.What is Cebu Pacific considering doing with new aircraft?
What is Cebu Pacific considering doing with new aircraft?
Cebu Pacific is considering acquiring wide-body jets to enable it to enter new markets. This is part of its long-term planning, with a specific focus on potential flights to the United States.
Q.Why did Cebu Pacific issue a clarification about new aircraft?
Why did Cebu Pacific issue a clarification about new aircraft?
The clarification was issued after The Standard newspaper, quoting an aviation think-tank, reported that Cebu Pacific was planning to acquire new planes specifically for trips to the US West Coast.
Q.Which long-haul destinations does Cebu Pacific currently serve?
Which long-haul destinations does Cebu Pacific currently serve?
Cebu Pacific currently flies to the US territory of Guam. It also operates long-haul flights to destinations in the Middle East and Australia, according to the article.
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