Shared data for aviation safety
THE Philippines through the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has taken a leading role in enhancing aviation safety by joining Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand in the Regional Aviation Safety Data and Information Sharing Initiative on Wednesday.
This initiative aims to enhance CAAP’s safety management activities by leveraging de-identified safety data to identify emerging hazards, track trends, and implement measures that support the goals of the Asia-Pacific Regional Aviation Safety Plan and improve risk management.
The agreement was formalized during the 59th Directors General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Conference in Cebu, CAAP Director General Captain Manuel Antonio L. Tamayo signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) alongside his counterparts from Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand.
This collaboration, first proposed at the Asia-Pacific Summit for Aviation Safety in Singapore in 2023, reflects the Philippines’ commitment to ensuring the highest standards of aviation safety in the region.
“The cross-border nature of aviation demands that we work together. Through this agreement, we will collectively identify emerging trends and hazards, allowing the continuous development of proactive measures that advance safety goals across the Asia-Pacific. Together, we will ensure safer skies for all,” CAAP Director-General Captain Manuel Antonio L. Tamayo emphasized.
The shared data, sourced from mandatory safety reporting systems, will initially focus on seven key safety categories, including severe turbulence and dangerous goods incidents.
The Philippines will play an active role in collecting and analyzing this data to identify regional safety trends.
