Philippine Airlines said Thursday it will resume nonstop thrice weekly flights between Manila and Abu Dhabi on Oct. 31 on expected improved demand in the fourth quarter. PAL earlier announced the temporary suspension of Abu Dhabi flights starting July 8 because of the overcapacity in the Middle Eastern market. PAL said by the end of the year, it would provide a bi-class service (business and economy) across all its Middle East routes in a bid to compete with other carriers. PAL also serves other Middle East destinations including Dammam, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait and Riyadh. The airline led by tycoon Lucio Tan expects delivery of two Boeing 777-300 ER in December and five next-generation Bombardier Q400 in July to November.

Source: The Standard July 13, 2017 10:41 UTC