Cebu Pacific’s Hot and Cold Cabin Tales: Passengers Share Extreme In-Flight Temperatures
Passengers on various Cebu Pacific flights have taken to social media to share their experiences of dealing with extreme cabin temperatures. From sweltering heat to freezing cold, these incidents have raised concerns among travelers.
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- April 24, 2023 Flight Experience Passenger @kimajga shared a TikTok video recounting their flight on a Philippine domestic route from Bacolod-Silay International Airport (BCD) to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB). The video showed passengers fanning themselves as a child cried in the background, enduring stifling conditions throughout the four-hour flight.
- International Flight from Manila to Singapore Another passenger posted a video from an international flight from Manila International Airport (MNL) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), where passengers were seen using safety cards to fan themselves. This footage highlighted the persisting issue of uncomfortable temperatures on Cebu Pacific flights.
- Comments and Complaints Viewers commented on these videos, revealing that such incidents were not uncommon on Cebu Pacific flights. One person even shared an experience where they had to alert a flight attendant about a passenger on the verge of passing out from the heat.
- The Cold Experience In contrast, some passengers have experienced the polar opposite: freezing cold temperatures. User @brendaybuan shared a video showing the cabin enveloped in cold smoke due to the air conditioning being on full blast, while another passenger likened the flight experience to being inside a freezer.
- Cancellations and Senate Hearing Amidst widespread flight cancellations, Cebu Pacific has faced criticism from customers, leading to a senate hearing to address the overwhelming complaints. The airline attributed the disruptions to engine manufacturer Pratt and Whitney, stating that flight schedule adjustments were necessary due to engine unavailability.
Conclusion: Passengers’ accounts of extreme cabin temperatures on Cebu Pacific flights have stirred a mix of hot and cold reactions on social media. The airline’s response to the cancellations will likely be closely monitored by both affected travelers and aviation authorities.