QuestionsQuestions (OTS Memorandum Circular No. 02)
It cited Section 1 of Executive Order No. 277, which approves and adopts the National Civil Aviation Security Program (NCASP), incorporating general principles of international aviation security.
It takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
No. All firearms and guns (including pistol, revolver, rifle, shotgun, etc.) are prohibited in carry-on/cabin baggage.
Yes. Projectile-capable devices are not allowed in carry-on/cabin baggage but are allowed in checked-in/hold baggage.
It requires endorsement to the appropriate Law Enforcement Officer, referencing Presidential Decree No. 1866.
No. Ammunition shells/bullets and other component ammunition are prohibited in both carry-on/cabin and checked-in/hold baggage.
Stun guns are prohibited in carry-on/cabin baggage but are allowed in checked-in/hold baggage. Tear gas is not allowed in carry-on/cabin baggage and is also not allowed in checked-in/hold baggage.
Yes. Mace/Pepper spray is prohibited in carry-on/cabin baggage but allowed in checked-in/hold baggage.
Knives and other sharp items are not allowed in carry-on/cabin baggage, but they are allowed in checked-in/hold baggage if sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers.
No. Scissors are prohibited in carry-on/cabin baggage but allowed in checked-in/hold baggage.
No. An axe is prohibited in carry-on/cabin baggage but allowed in checked-in/hold baggage.
Yes. They are prohibited in carry-on/cabin baggage but allowed in checked-in/hold baggage.
No. All metal chains are prohibited in carry-on/cabin baggage but allowed in checked-in/hold baggage.
No. The circular lists these explosives/incendiaries as prohibited in both carry-on/cabin and checked-in/hold baggage.
Liquids, aerosols, and gels are allowed only if each container is not greater than 100 ml (or equivalent), and all are contained in one transparent re-sealable plastic bag not exceeding one (1) liter (or equivalent) per passenger (using only one such bag).
The passenger must declare the item to one of the Security Officers at the checkpoint for further inspection.
The text indicates they are permitted subject to the stated guidance (e.g., essentials medicines in compliant containers/bags, and over-the-counter medicines may be exempted if they do not exceed 100 ml and have been tested by the passenger).
It states that the provisions should be liberally construed to promote civil aviation security objectives.