NAIA Terminal 4 Renovation Halted, New Terminal 5 in the Works

The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) has announced the suspension of renovation efforts at NAIA Terminal 4, the oldest terminal at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. MIAA’s general manager, Eric Ines, confirmed the halt but revealed that New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), the private operator, is now focusing on building a new Terminal 5. Originally, NNIC had planned to start safety upgrades and renovations at Terminal 4 on November 6, with an expected reopening in February. However, Ines stated that there are no current plans to reopen Terminal 4, without elaborating further. Under the public-private partnership agreement, MIAA oversees NAIA’s operations. NNIC had previously expressed intentions to enhance Terminal 4’s comfort and efficiency for travelers, promising regular updates via social media. Terminal 4 was used by airlines like AirSWIFT, Sunlight Air, and CebGo for flights to island destinations. The Manila Slot Coordination Committee, which includes key aviation authorities and NNIC, is planning to relocate turboprop operations from NAIA starting in March, with a full transition planned for the 2025-2026 winter schedule. Before construction on Terminal 5 can begin, the Philippine Village Hotel must be demolished. Once completed, Terminal 5 is expected to handle an additional 35 million passengers each year.