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MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Airlines (PAL) continued its buying spree at the Farnborough International Airshow, signing a deal with Rolls-Royce to supply the engines for up to 15 new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, a day after announcing its first Boeing order since 2007.
The flag carrier, led by tycoon Lucio Tan, signed an agreement on the purchase—consisting of nine firm orders and purchase rights for five more—to support its long-haul expansion.
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The aircraft will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, the exclusive engine option for the A350-1000.
