AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL AND AIRSPACE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
»
Supervise and manage Air Traffic Control Services provided within the Philippine airspace and all controlled airports to ensure safety, orderly and expeditious conduct of air traffic.
»
Conduct investigations of aircraft accidents/incidents and perform safety monitoring of the operations of ATC facilities.
»
Implement and update air traffic control plans and programs.
»
Maintain liaison with other aviation sectors and related agencies.
»
Recommend HRD training requirements.
»
Provide administrative services to personnel under its jurisdiction.
»
Plan and organize the most effective use of the Philippine airspace and air traffic flow within the area of responsibility and in accordance with the legitimate requirements of the various airspace user.
»
Represent the country in international talks on matters of airspace utilization
»
Ensure that the total traffic at any given point in any given area is compatible with the capacity of the air traffic control system.
»
Resolve simultaneous user demand.
»
Research, evaluate, and develop new systems and equipment that will maximize airspace capacity.