Manila Symphony Orchestra Prod Manager Raises Concerns over Airline's Handling of Violin Cases

Manila Symphony Orchestra prod manager raises concerns over airline's handling of violin cases

A production manager at the Manila Symphony Orchestra (MSO) called out a budget carrier for reportedly prohibiting its musicians from carrying violin cases as hand baggage on a flight. Rona De Leon, who identifies herself as a production manager and voice and performance coach, claimed that Cebu Pacific Air did not allow MSO violinists to […] The post Manila Symphony Orchestra prod manager raises concerns over airline’s handling of violin cases …

Cebu Pacific urges special baggage booking after orchestra discord

MANILA, Philippines — Cebu Pacific (CEB) on Thursday reminded passengers traveling with musical instruments to avail of the airline's Special Baggage option when booking flights.This reminder follows complaints from members of the Manila Symphony Orchestra (MSO) regarding a baggage policy that prevented them from bringing their instruments' hard-shell cases into the aircraft cabin.The incident occurred on June 17, 2026, when nine members of the …

‘What we got was a rant’: Cebu Pacific hits back at Manila Symphony Orchestra after waiving cabin fees for unbooked, oversized violins

Cebu Pacific defended its handling of members of the Manila Symphony Orchestra (MSO), saying the musicians had not pre-booked baggage allowances for their violins before attempting to bring oversized cases into the aircraft cabin.

Cebu Pacific Earns Criticism After Passengers Were Reportedly Not Allowed to Hand-Carry Violins

Cebu Pacific Drew Flak Online for Now Allowing Passengers to Hand-Carry Violins  Cebu Pacific elicits negative reactions after some passengers were reportedly not allowed to bring their violins as hand-carry items.  Recently, Rona De Leon, a Facebook user, shared her disappointment after Cebu Pacific allegedly prevented some passengers from bringing their violins as hand luggage. The post quickly went viral ... Read more The post Cebu Pacific Ea…