The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has made a groundbreaking move in enhancing aviation safety and efficiency with the adoption of Aireonβs space-based Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) technology.
This state-of-the-art system will significantly improve CAAPβs ability to monitor and manage air traffic within the expansive Manila Flight Information Region (FIR), which spans approximately 3 million square kilometers.
This partnership with Aireon provides CAAP with real-time, global surveillance capabilities, addressing long-standing challenges in tracking aircraft over remote and oceanic areas. The deployment of this technology is especially critical given the sharp rise in air traffic within the Manila FIR in recent years.
CAAP Director General Captain Manuel Antonio Tamayo hailed the initiative as a transformative step forward, emphasizing that the integration of Aireonβs ADS-B system will enable the Philippines to uphold world-class safety standards while accommodating increasing regional air travel demand.
βAireonβs space-based ADS-B data holds immense promise for improving efficiency, boosting safety, and supporting environmental sustainability. We are thrilled to partner with CAAP in achieving their ambitious safety goals,β said Peter Cabooter, Executive Vice President, Customer Affairs at Aireon.
By adopting this advanced surveillance technology, the Philippines joins other aviation leaders in the region, such as Hong Kong and India, in prioritizing safety, operational efficiency, and environmental stewardship in their air traffic management strategies.
