False fire alarm delays 59 flights at CAAP ATM Center

A false fire alarm at the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) Air Traffic Management (ATM) Center in Pasay City caused a 45-minute delay for 59 commercial and cargo flights.

The alarm, sounding at approximately 1:24 a.m. on Tuesday, prompted safety protocols and a temporary halt in departures, affecting seven arriving flights as well.

Normal operations were restored by 2:50 a.m. and all restrictions were lifted by 3:16 a.m.

CAAP Director Raul Del Rosario commended air traffic controllers for their quick response, ensuring flight safety was not compromised.

CAAP is conducting an internal investigation to determine the cause of the false alarm and prevent future incidents.