The aircraft, located in NAIA’s general aviation area, have remained idle for years despite previous resolution attempts.
Among them is a Cessna 421B that has been parked since 2009, and a Boeing 737-200 occupying 865.52 square meters at the North Taxiway Extension, unused since 2015.
“Their continued presence limits operational capacity and poses safety and security risks,” NNIC said in a statement. “Clearing these aircraft will free up space critical to improving aircraft parking and ground movement.”
NAIA has seen growing air traffic, making efficient use of its facilities increasingly urgent.
NNIC assumed operational control of the airport in September 2024 and has since been implementing modernization measures in coordination with key agencies. It has partnered with the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) and the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) to identify the abandoned aircraft and has begun issuing formal notices to registered owners or authorized representatives.
“NNIC is urging owners to coordinate with NNIC as soon as possible to verify ownership and facilitate retrieval or proper disposition,” the company added. If no action is taken, NNIC will remove the aircraft in line with applicable laws and regulations.
The clearing initiative is part of NNIC’s broader efforts to address long-standing infrastructure issues at NAIA.
— Edited by Daxim L. Lucas
