DMIA Clark as RP's main Airport
The recent order of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to the transport authorities to complete the upgrade of the Diosdado Macapagal International Airport (DMIA) at Clark into the country's gateway to the world in six months to one year, is one decision that every Filipino should welcome.
For one, the old Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is not just congested it is also in its sorry state. Even if the problematic NAIA Terminal 3 will be opened still it would not be able to accommodate the surging influx of tourists and investors into the country. Besides, expansion in the NAIA would no longer be possible.
The spacious DMIA is the best choice. Converting it as the country's "premier airport" is a futuristic move. It would put the country in a better position to compete with other modern airport terminals in the region.
The DMIA's upgrade is also in consonance with the government's move to liberalize civil aviation over Clark and Subic.
The DMIA is one of the biggest aviation complexes in Asia at a 2,500 hectare facility with 3.2 kilometer parallel runways that will be extended to four kilometers to accommodate modern widebody aircraft.
The airport is also certified by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) with ratings Category I for Precision Approach Runway and Category IX for Emergency Services.
It is well equipped with an instrument landing system, navigational aids, meteorological equipments, and complete airfield lighting system.
DMIA has an inherent capability as a world-class modern aviation complex catering to the needs of the electronic – commerce driven world trade.
The conversion of the DMIA is envisioned to spur economic growth and development in Central Luzon and expected to radiate to the nearby North Luzon area. (By Renee F. De Guzman - PIA)
For one, the old Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is not just congested it is also in its sorry state. Even if the problematic NAIA Terminal 3 will be opened still it would not be able to accommodate the surging influx of tourists and investors into the country. Besides, expansion in the NAIA would no longer be possible.
The spacious DMIA is the best choice. Converting it as the country's "premier airport" is a futuristic move. It would put the country in a better position to compete with other modern airport terminals in the region.
The DMIA's upgrade is also in consonance with the government's move to liberalize civil aviation over Clark and Subic.
The DMIA is one of the biggest aviation complexes in Asia at a 2,500 hectare facility with 3.2 kilometer parallel runways that will be extended to four kilometers to accommodate modern widebody aircraft.
The airport is also certified by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) with ratings Category I for Precision Approach Runway and Category IX for Emergency Services.
It is well equipped with an instrument landing system, navigational aids, meteorological equipments, and complete airfield lighting system.
DMIA has an inherent capability as a world-class modern aviation complex catering to the needs of the electronic – commerce driven world trade.
The conversion of the DMIA is envisioned to spur economic growth and development in Central Luzon and expected to radiate to the nearby North Luzon area. (By Renee F. De Guzman - PIA)
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