NBI arrests Eddie Pleje for distributing fake CAAP licenses

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) arrested Eddie Pleje on July 8 for distributing fake licenses allegedly issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP).

Agent-in-charge Atty. Czar Eric Niqui stated that these counterfeit documents were being sold online and in malls for around P15,000.

During an operation conducted by NBI-Cavite North District Office agents alongside CAAP personnel, Pleje was arrested and fake CAAP licenses for pilot and aircraft mechanic positions were confiscated.

CAAP Intelligence and Investigation Division chief General Dionisio Robles warned that anyone holding a fake license poses a serious safety hazard and could potentially cause an aviation accident.

The NBI is verifying the extent of distribution and usage of these counterfeit licenses, while CAAP will conduct an internal investigation to determine if any personnel were involved or negligent.

Aspiring aviators are reminded to undergo stringent training and certification processes as prescribed under Philippine Civil Aviation Regulations.