The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) runways and taxiways were temporarily closed at 10:23AM for inspection following a magnitude 6.2 earthquake that was felt in Metro Manila at 10:19AM today.
The MIAA Ground Safety Units conducted a cursory inspection and found no damage to the pavements. This is a standard operating procedure to ensure safety of landing and take-off of aircraft.
The inspection of the two runways was concluded at 10:34AM and the runways were immediately opened for use.
Meanwhile, departure and arrival operations inside the terminals were unaffected by the inspection by the terminal safety units of the authority.
We seek the understanding of the public for any effects to flight schedules brought about by the momentary closure. Safety of passengers and flights remain our paramount concern.
San Jose Airport in Mindoro promptly executed the earthquake drill procedure during the earthquake. According to Area Center 3 Manager Glenn Tripulca, all employees are safe, and the building and equipment have not sustained any major damage.
According to an Initial Post-Hazard Assessment and Damage Report from CAAP Operations Center (OpCen), as of 11:55 AM on June 15, 2023, no damages have been reported from the following airports: Calapan Airport, Clark Tower, Jomalig Airport, Lubang Airport, Mamburao Airport, Pinamalayan Airport, Sangley Airport, San Jose Airport, Subic Tower/Airport
Furthermore, employees from CAAP Central Office in Pasay City swiftly followed safety protocols and evacuated their respective buildings during the earthquake. Once deemed safe, all personnel returned to their stations.
While damages and aftershocks are expected following the earthquake, the CAAP Operations Center shall continue to closely monitor activity in all its airports and facilities.
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