Tag: OTS
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PH Airport Authorities Urge Travelers to Stop Carrying Bullets as ‘Anting-anting’ Amulets
The Office for Transportation Security (OTS) issued a new advisory urging air travelers to avoid carrying bullets as amulets—locally known as “anting-anting”—in Philippine airports, following a recent incident at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 2 involving an Iloilo-bound passenger. The reminder came after airport security personnel at NAIA Terminal 2 detected an ammunition component, believed…
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New NAIA Infra Corp. Boosts Security with 342 Additional Screeners
The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), responsible for managing the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), has enhanced its security measures by hiring 342 new screening personnel. These individuals, all certified by the Office for Transportation Security (OTS), include 195 non-passenger screeners, 18 non-passenger supervisors, and 129 screeners tasked with access control duties. According to Kim…
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NNIC Boosts Security at NAIA with New Screening Staff
The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), responsible for managing the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), has recently onboarded 342 new screening personnel to enhance security measures. These individuals, all certified by the Office for Transportation Security (OTS), include 195 screeners for non-passengers, 18 supervisors for non-passenger areas, and 129 screeners focused on access control. According…
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NAIA Security Uncovers P250,000 in Undeclared Cash from Departing Passenger
At the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), a vigilant security officer from the Office for Transportation Security (OTS) detected P250,000 in undeclared cash from an American passenger on February 9, 2025. The discovery occurred during a routine screening at NAIA Terminal 1 in Parañaque City when an unusual image appeared on the X-ray monitor, prompting…
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DOTr Secretary Urges OTS to Launch Interactive Campaigns for Enhanced Travel Safety
In a recent ceremony held in Pasay City, Department of Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista emphasized the need for the Office for Transportation Security (OTS) to develop interactive travel safety campaigns. Speaking at the oath-taking of newly promoted OTS screening officers, Bautista highlighted the importance of engaging travelers and commuters through innovative methods such as mobile…
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OTS Urges Holiday Travelers to Check Prohibited Airport Items
As the holiday season approaches and passenger numbers are expected to surge, the Office for Transportation Security (OTS) has issued a reminder to travelers to be vigilant about the items they bring to airports. OTS Administrator Crizaldo Nieves emphasized the importance of reviewing the list of prohibited items before packing, advising passengers to pack their…
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NAIA Bolsters Security with 100 Additional Screening Officers for Holiday Rush
As the holiday season approaches, the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is set to enhance its security measures. The Office for Transportation Security (OTS) has announced the deployment of an additional 100 screening officers to manage the expected increase in passenger traffic. Currently, the Philippines has 2,178 screening officers nationwide, with 1,032 dedicated to NAIA,…
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