The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) announced that all CAAP-operated airports remain open and have sustained no damage despite Typhoon Enteng’s impact on the country.
As a safety precaution, CAAP has reinforced Memorandum Circular 013-2023, which prohibits aircraft with a maximum certificated takeoff weight of 5,700 kg or less from operating under storm signal number 1.
The directive, issued by CAAP Director General Capt. Manuel Antonio L. Tamayo, also mandates that all passengers and crew on commercial and general aviation flights undergo standard security procedures at the passenger terminal building of CAAP-operated airports.
Typhoon Enteng caused disruptions to flight operations yesterday, leading to a total of 38 domestic flight cancellations across various airports.
As of September 2nd, airports like Lingayen, San Jose, Bicol International, Masbate, Virac, Naga, and Calbayog experienced cancellations due to heavy rains and strong winds.
General aviation flights in Tuguegarao, Cauayan, Palanan, Basco, and Itbayat were automatically canceled due to the typhoon signal.
Today, September 3rd, cancellations continue at some airports. Laoag International Airport reported two canceled flights affecting approximately 171 passengers, while San Fernando Airport in La Union suspended visual flight rules (VFR) operations due to low visibility and continuous light rains.
San Jose Airport also experienced a Cebgo flight cancellation.
“Passengers are advised to confirm their flight schedules with their respective airlines and arrive at the airport at least two hours prior to their scheduled departure,” CAAP advised.
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