Personnel of the Office for Transportation Security check baggages of passengers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Pasay City. (Photo courtesy of OTS)
PASAY CITY, Oct. 25 (PIA)--The Office for Transportation Security (OTS) reminds passengers to arrive at the airport three (3) hours ahead of international flights, and two (2) hours for domestic flights, to allow ample time for security checks and other airport procedures.
This is in line with the heightened security levels being implemented at airports, seaports, rail stations and bus terminals in time for the observance of Undas, when heavy volume of passengers are expected in every transportation hub in the country.
Under the heightened security condition, airport security screeners may require for shoe inspection when alerted by the walk-thru metal detectors.
Passengers can also expect stricter screening process by going through full body scanners and baggage which may undergo Explosive Trace Detection machines.
OTS along with other agencies under the Department of Transportation (DOTr), intensifies security across the country as it implements “Oplan Biyaheng Ayos: Undas 2019.
Under the guidance of DOTr Secretary Arthur Tugade, Malasakit Help Desks in various transport hubs beef up operations to serve as a one-stop shop for passenger assistance. He further ordered that these shall be properly manned to ensure that passengers’ concerns are addressed, and that their security, safety, and comfort are guaranteed.
OTS Administrator Usec. Raul L. Del Rosario, for his part, ordered the cancellation of leave of airport Security Screening Officers, who are at the forefront of the implementation of the national transportation security program.
He further requested for the riding public’s understanding as it implements stricter security control measures under Security Condition (SECCO) Level 2.
“Humihingi po kami ng kaunting pang-unawa mula sa mahal naming mga mananakay, sapagkat magkakaroon po ng bahagyang paghihigpit sa seguridad ngayong darating na Undas,” Del Rosario said.
Sa kabilang banda, gusto po natin na magkaroon ng pagbabago sa ating security culture, kung saan titingnan natin sa positibong pananaw ‘yung ginagawa nating paghihigpit para masiguro ang kaligtasan ng lahat ng pasahero sa paliparan man, sa pantalan, sa terminal ng bus o sa tren,” Del Rosario added. (PIA-NCR)
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