Tag: Aviation Safety
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CAAP Calls for Applicants to Join Aeronautical Information Service Course to Enhance Aviation Safety
MANILA – The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has announced an open call for applicants eager to enroll in the Aeronautical Information Service Comprehensive Course (AISCC). This initiative is part of CAAP’s ongoing efforts to bolster the safety and security of the aviation sector in the country. CAAP Director General Manuel Tamayo emphasized…
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Heroic PNP Air Unit Saves Lives in Daring Mid-Air Rescue
In a heart-stopping incident, the Philippine National Police (PNP) Air Unit sprang into action to rescue a flight instructor and a student pilot after their Piper Tomahawk aircraft suffered a sudden malfunction mid-flight. The dramatic event unfolded on February 19, 2025, when the training plane, operated by Fliteline Aviation, was forced to make an emergency…
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Philippines Teams Up with Hong Kong Observatory to Revolutionize Cyclone Tracking
In a groundbreaking move, the Philippines has enlisted the expertise of the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) to significantly upgrade its cyclone monitoring systems. This strategic partnership, involving key players like the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) and the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP), is set to bolster safety measures within…
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Philippine Air Force Labels Chinese Helicopter Maneuver as ‘Extremely Dangerous’
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has strongly criticized the actions of a Chinese Harbin Z-9 helicopter, describing its maneuvers near a Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) 208B Grand Caravan EX aircraft as ‘unsafe and extremely dangerous.’ The incident, which took place on February 18 during a routine maritime surveillance flight over Bajo de…
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Training Plane Safely Lands in Emergency Situation in Bulacan
In a tense moment turned safe, a Piper Tomahawk training aircraft, identified by tail number RP-C1085, executed an emergency landing in Plaridel, Bulacan on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) confirmed that both the flight instructor and the student pilot on board emerged unscathed from the incident. The aircraft,…
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Clark International Airport Set to Boost Efficiency with New Air Traffic Control Tower
The Clark International Airport is on the brink of a significant upgrade with the construction of a new 18-story air traffic control (ATC) tower, set to be completed by the second quarter of 2025. This towering structure will not only be the tallest of its kind in the country but is also expected to enhance…
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Philippine Aviation Authority Seeks to Bolster Drone Regulations Through Inter-Agency Collaboration
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) is intensifying efforts to enhance drone regulations through partnerships with various government bodies. This initiative was highlighted during a recent training session on basic drone operations held by the National Tobacco Administration in Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental, from November 25-28, 2024. On February 12, 2025, CAAP announced its…
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Philippine Aviation Authority Considers Trained Birds to Tackle Drone Threats and Bird Strikes
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) is delving into innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety, considering the use of trained birds to mitigate the risks posed by unauthorized drones and bird strikes around airports. This was revealed during a Senate Committee on Public Services hearing, where CAAP’s Aerialworks Certification and Inspection Division head,…
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Senator Gatchalian Urges Senate to Pass Aviation Safety Bill After Recent Crashes
In the wake of several tragic aviation incidents, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is advocating for the swift passage of Senate Bill 2969, aimed at enhancing aviation safety and security in the Philippines. The urgency of the bill was underscored by a recent crash of a Beechcraft King Air 300 in Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur, which claimed…
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Clark International Airport Secures Permanent Aerodrome Certification, Bolstering Its Role as a Key Travel Hub
Clark International Airport (CRK) has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the Permanent Aerodrome Certificate, solidifying its status as a crucial gateway for both international and domestic flights in the Philippines. The certificate was proudly displayed by key figures including Noel Manankil, CEO and President of Luzon International Premiere Airport Development (LIPAD), Capt. Manuel Antonio…
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