CLARK, SUBIC STRICTLY NO-FLY ZONES DURING ASEAN SUMMIT

BY KEVIN GALANG

CAMP OLIVAS, City of San Fernando, Pampanga — Clark and Subic will be placed under a strict No-Fly Zone from November 15 to 18 as part of heightened security measures for the upcoming 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings in Metro Manila.

Police Regional Office 3 under Brig. Gen. Jess B Mendez, who also serves as commander of Special Task Group Central Luzon, made the announcement.

Mendez said they are strengthening security coordination with concerned agencies to ensure the effective implementation of the restriction.

Under the security measure, unauthorized drone operations and other aerial activities within the designated areas will be strictly prohibited throughout the covered period, subject to applicable aviation regulations and official flight authorizations.

The official urged drone operators, hobbyists, commercial operators, and the public to comply with the restriction and avoid activities that may compromise security preparations.

“We are implementing strict security measures to prevent any possible threat during the ASEAN Summit. We urge everyone to cooperate and refrain from operating drones or conducting unauthorized aerial activities within Clark and Subic during the covered period,” Mendez said.

The official also emphasized that security personnel will closely coordinate with aviation authorities and other concerned agencies to monitor compliance and respond to unauthorized aerial activities.

The measure forms part of the PNP’s comprehensive security preparations under the leadership of PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. to ensure the safety of visiting delegates, dignitaries, and the public during the international event.

Mendez reminded the public to follow official security advisories and cooperate with authorities throughout the summit period.