Operator Questions: Philippines

How many business aviation operators are there in the Philippines?

According to open data, there are 25 operators based in 11 cities: Manila (Ninoy Aquino International); Puerto Princesa, Manila (Ninoy Aquino International), Angeles City (Clark International), Angeles City (Clark International); Lapu Lapu (Mactan-Cebu International); Malay (Godofredo P. Ramos); Manila (Ninoy Aquino International), Plaridel, Lapu Lapu (Mactan-Cebu International). The list is verified against open sources and updated as changes occur.

What types of aircraft do operators in the Philippines have?

Local companies' fleets include the Bell 429, GlobalRanger, Cessna 525C CJ4, Cessna 510, Citation Mustang, Airbus Helicopters H130T2, Gulfstream G150, and Learjet 31A. We select the specific aircraft for the task from this fleet and from aircraft in neighboring countries.

Why look at the operator's AOC?

An air operator certificate (AOC) is issued by the aviation authorities of the country of registration and defines flight regulations, crew requirements, and dispute resolution procedures. Flights are always operated by the operator, not the broker, so their approvals are verified before a booking is confirmed.