Tag: CAAP
-
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…
Written by
-
CAAP and Air India Explore Direct Flight Opportunities Between Philippines and India
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) recently engaged in discussions with Air India’s leadership to explore the feasibility of establishing direct flight connections between the Philippines and India. The talks, which took place at CAAP’s headquarters, focused on potential flight routes, how often flights could operate, and the logistics needed to streamline the…
Written by
-
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,…
Written by
-
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…
Written by
-
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,…
Written by
-
Philippine Aviation Authority Investigates Fatal Crash of US-Contracted Plane in Maguindanao del Sur
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has launched an investigation into a tragic plane crash in Maguindanao del Sur that claimed the lives of one US service member and three defense contractors. The incident occurred when a Beechcraft King Air 300, registered as N349CA, crashed in Barangay Malatimon, Ampatuan town on Thursday, February…
Written by
-
CAAP Debunks Rumors: Zamboanga Airport to Remain Open Amid Repairs
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has firmly denied rumors circulating on social media that Zamboanga International Airport would shut down for a month in March for repairs. In a statement released on Monday, CAAP emphasized that the airport will continue to operate without interruption. The authority specifically refuted a misleading Facebook post…
Written by
-
Helicopter Crash in Nueva Ecija Under Scrutiny by CAAP
In the town of Guimba, Nueva Ecija, a helicopter crash has prompted an immediate response from the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP). The incident, which occurred on a Saturday evening, has led to the deployment of a specialized investigation team headed by retired Colonel Rhomel Ronda. The team’s mission is to uncover the…
Written by
-
Helicopter Crash in Nueva Ecija Under Investigation by CAAP
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has launched an investigation following a helicopter crash in Guimba, Nueva Ecija, announced on Saturday night. The CAAP has appointed retired Colonel Rhomel Ronda, the lead investigator of the Aircraft Accident Investigation and Inquiry Board, to lead the probe at the crash site. The investigation was initiated…
Written by