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CAAP, AEROTHAI partner to expand PH aviation communication network

Agreement will add three new VHF data link stations, boosting air traffic services and airline operations

Dirk Andrei Salcedo2 weeks Ago1 Mins read147

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has signed a strategic agreement with Aeronautical Radio of Thailand Ltd. (AEROTHAI) to improve aviation communication infrastructure in the Philippines.

CAAP Director General Captain Manuel Antonio Tamayo and AEROTHAI President Nopasit Chakpitak formalized the partnership on November 26, 2024, focusing on expanding and upgrading Very High Frequency (VHF) air-ground data link stations.

Currently, the organizations jointly operate seven VHF data link stations positioned strategically across the Philippine archipelago. These stations provide critical Air Traffic Services and facilitate airline operational control messaging, ensuring reliable communication for aviation professionals.

The new agreement outlines the establishment of three additional communication stations: an upgraded Clark Multi-Service Ground Station, a Kalibo Remote Ground Station, and a second Manila Remote Ground Station.

“This agreement goes beyond technicalities; it reflects a unified commitment to excellence in aviation service delivery,” said Tamayo during the signing ceremony.

The partnership underscores CAAP’s ongoing commitment to improving aviation safety and efficiency through international collaboration.

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Dirk Andrei Salcedo

Dirk is the founder and editor-in-chief of Aviation Updates Philippines (AUP), a platform dedicated to providing the latest news and insights on the aviation industry in the Philippines. With a strong passion for aviation and a background in computer engineering, he manages all aspects of AUP, from website development to content curation.