It was the first time my family had returned after immigrating here in 1980 . Technically , I suppose this isn't my VERY first flight but since I was one and a half when we came to the US , I think no one will fault me for not counting it . My father wanted to see the Philippines again , just in case he didn't survive his surgery that would be later in the year . I remember the flight very well because over the Sea of Japan , there was extreme turbulence ( as usual ) and I got catapulted down the aisle . 
Question: What may be your family's reason for flying to the Phillipines ?
It would be their last chance to view it .