New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) has announced plans to remove 27 abandoned aircraft from various locations at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) as part of efforts to improve operational efficiency and safety at Manila’s main gateway.
In a public notice issued on May 3, NNIC identified multiple aircraft that have been left unattended for extended periods, some dating back several years. The abandoned planes include a Boeing 737-200, several Cessna models, Jetstream 31s, multiple Baron aircraft, and even two Britten Norman BN-2 Islander aircraft with no registry information.
The airport operator stated that these abandoned aircraft are currently occupying space needed for active airport operations. Most of the aircraft are located in the South GA (General Aviation) area, with others positioned along North Taxiway Extension near the DHL Warehouse.
NNIC, which took over airport operations in September 2024, is working in coordination with the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) and the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) to address this long-standing issue.
“Since taking over airport operations in September 2024, NNIC has been working closely with stakeholders to modernize facilities and address long-standing constraints,” NNIC said.
“Clearing these aircraft will free up space critical to improving aircraft parking and ground movement — especially as NAIA continues to experience growth in traffic.”
Some of these aircraft have been idle for over a decade. For example, a Cessna 421B has reportedly been parked at the airport since 2009, while a Boeing 737-200 occupying over 865 square meters of space has remained unused since 2015.
Owners, operators, or authorized representatives of these aircraft are requested to coordinate with airport management as soon as possible to verify ownership and make arrangements for retrieval or proper disposition.
NNIC warned that if no action is taken, the airport will initiate removal and disposal procedures in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, without further notice.
The removal initiative is part of NNIC’s broader efforts to enhance NAIA’s operational capacity as the airport continues to experience growth in air traffic.
For inquiries regarding the abandoned aircraft, owners can contact the General Aviation Operations Division at gaod@newnaia.com.
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