The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) acquired Aireon’s space-based Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) technology to enhance aviation safety and efficiency.
This system will improve CAAP’s ability to monitor and manage air traffic within the Manila Flight Information Region (FIR), which spans three million square kilometers.
The partnership provides real-time global surveillance capabilities, addressing challenges in tracking aircraft over remote and oceanic areas.
Given the sharp rise in air traffic within the Manila FIR, the deployment of this technology is critical.
CAAP Director General Captain Manuel Antonio Tamayo hailed the initiative as a transformative step forward, emphasizing that integrating Aireon’s ADS-B system will enable the Philippines to uphold world-class safety standards while accommodating the increasing regional air travel demand.
“Aireon’s space-based ADS-B data holds immense promise for improving efficiency, boosting safety, and supporting environmental sustainability. We are thrilled to partner with CAAP to achieve their ambitious safety goals,” said Peter Cabooter, Executive Vice President of 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.
