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The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines is upgrading its Communications, Navigation, Surveillance/Air Traffic Management system on September 30
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CAAP said the upgrade is expected to result in more efficient air traffic operations, reduced delays, and an overall smoother experience for both airlines and passengers
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The integration activity is part of CAAP’s commitment to modernizing and enhancing the functionality and software stability of the ATMS
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A Notice to Airmen will be issued to inform airlines and stakeholders 48 hours prior to the upgrade
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) is upgrading its Communications, Navigation, Surveillance/Air Traffic Management System (CNS/ATMS) on September 30.
“These advancements will result in more efficient air traffic operations, reduced delays, and an overall smoother experience for both airlines and passengers,” CAAP said in a statement.
The activity is part of CAAP’s ongoing commitment to modernizing and enhancing the functionality and stability of its ATMS software.
The installation and launch of the updated ATMS software version will be done under the agency’s existing support and maintenance services contract with technology solution provider Thales.
CAAP, along with Thales, assured the public that minimal disturbance could affect several flights during the installation and software updates, which will be scheduled during low passenger traffic hours.
Meanwhile, the CNS equipment used for air traffic operations continues to function properly.
CAAP has, however, taken precautionary steps and implemented contingency procedures to ensure the safety of flights and passengers, including increasing the separation time between departing flights.
A Notice to Airmen will be issued to inform airlines and stakeholders 48 hours prior to the upgrade.
“This proactive approach may result in some delays, but it is necessary to maintain safety standards,” CAAP said.
“(We are) committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and service excellence to deliver even safer, more efficient, and reliable air travel services,” the government’s civil aviation agency added.
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