November 12, 2025 | 12:00am
MANILA, Philippines — Fifty-nine commercial and cargo flights were delayed yesterday after a false fire alarm at the air traffic management center of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines in Pasay.
CAAP spokesman Eric Apolonio said an internal investigation is underway after the false alarm disrupted air traffic operations for about 45 minutes before being cleared for departure.
The alarm was triggered at around 1:24 a.m., prompting activation of safety protocols.
After discovering the false alarm, CAAP resumed operations at 2:50 a.m., with all restrictions lifted at 3:16 a.m.
In a statement, CAAP director general Raul del Rosario commended air traffic controllers for their quick response.