AWB prefix 079 identifies Philippine Airlines. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 079-XXXXXXXX.
Enter the 8-digit serial (the block after the prefix) to open the official Philippine Airlines tracking page. See also Philippine Airlines AWB tracking and the AWB prefix lookup.
What does AWB prefix 079 mean?
AWB prefix 079 identifies Philippine Airlines. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 079-XXXXXXXX. Tracking is performed on the carrier’s official portal — this site identifies the prefix and routes you there.
| Headquarters | Pasay, Philippines |
|---|---|
| Airline Alliance | Independent Carrier |
| AWB Format & Mod-7 | 11 digits: prefix 079 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit |
| Tracking Engine | Philippine Airlines Cargo |
| Primary Hubs | Ninoy Aquino Manila (MNL), Mactan-Cebu (CEB) |
How to Track Your Shipment
Locate 8-Digit Serial
Confirm the number starts with 079. Then use the 8-digit block after the prefix (7-digit serial + check digit).
Verify Airline Prefix
Prefix 079 maps to Philippine Airlines. Open the carrier tracking page if you already know the airline.
Click Track
Instantly view live status directly on the official tracking portal.
FAQ
- What airline uses AWB prefix 079?
- 079 is the IATA air waybill prefix for Philippine Airlines.
- How do I track a 079 AWB?
- Enter the 8-digit serial above, or use Philippine Airlines AWB tracking. We open the official carrier portal with the number filled in.
- What is the standard format?
- 11 digits: prefix 079 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit. The check digit is the unweighted modulo-7 of the 7-digit serial, per IATA.