Oceana Aerotech Management Corp. (OAMC)'s CEO, Mr. Jeremias Simon at the podium of Tuy Aerodome, Tuy, Batangas, discussing the importance of continuous development of the aviation industry and technology in the Philippines.
On March 5, 2025, at Tuy Aerodrome, Basa St., Tuy, Batangas City, Philippines, Oceana Aerotech Management Corp. (OAMC) successfully hosted a Live Flight Demonstration featuring Van's Aircraft's RV-10 and RV-12. This event was made possible through collaboration with the Philippine Aerospace Development Corporation (PADC), along with support from various public and private aviation institutions and departments.
Attendees:
The live flight demonstration was attended by officers from the Philippine Navy's aviation department, the Naval Airwing, the Philippine Coast Guard's CGAF (Coast Guard Aviation Force), and CGAVCOM (Coast Guard Aviation Command). Notable attendees also included representatives from the Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport (APECO) and the Portugal Consulate.
Educational institutions such as the Philippine State College of Aeronautics (PHILSCA), Alpha Aviation Group (AAG), and Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna (Mapúa MCL) were also present. Private sector organizations represented included Wingbox Aviation, Stone of Hope Defense Foundation, Inc. (SOHDFI), Golden Medjay Defense Incorporated, Skyhigh Manpower Recruitment International, Inc., FALCOR, Alpha Insurance, and Ferra Verde Builders. [*Note: The organizations listed are based on the event guest logs. Please inform us of any misspellings or necessary additions, and we will promptly make corrections!]
Ramon Gabriel C. Garcia Jr., Honorary Consul at the Portuguese Consulate in Manila, Philippines, along with Atty. Raymond Mitra, President and CEO of PADC, and OAMC's CEO, Mr. Jeremias Simon, discussed the event's purpose and the current status and significance of the aviation industry in the Philippines.
Event Highlights:
The Philippine Aerospace Development Corporation (PADC) plays a vital role in advancing the country's aerospace sector. It focuses on various aspects of aviation, including flight training, surveillance, and infrastructure development, with the goal of enhancing the Philippines' aviation capabilities and workforce. Naturally, the collaboration between PADC and other public and private organizations represents a significant turning point for the Philippine aviation industry. The partnership aims to:
- Enhance aviation technology and training programs.
- Improve aircraft maintenance systems.
- Incorporate advanced features such as synthetic vision, moving maps, and integrated autopilot systems into training and operations.
Through strategic partnerships, an emphasis on education, defense and infrastructure development, PADC and its partners aim to elevate the Philippine aviation sector to new heights. A summary of the event's symposium was captured by People's Television Network Inc. (PTV Philippines) in a brief interview segment which can be watched here : News> Digital Footprints
