Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 78)
The PADC was attached to the Department of Transportation (DOTr), then the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, pursuant to EO No. 546, s. 1979.
The PADC was created to maximize the national utility of the aviation and aerospace industry, engage in design, manufacture, and sale of aircraft and aerospace devices, and develop local capabilities in aviation equipment maintenance, repair, and modification.
The PADC is transferred to and placed under the administrative supervision of the Department of National Defense (DND).
The transfer aims to address emerging internal and external threats, achieve self-reliance in defense equipment, promote technology transfer from neighboring countries, and ensure alignment with the Philippine Development Plan 2017-2022 objectives.
The policies, programs, and activities of the PADC shall be coordinated with the Department of National Defense to maximize national utility and attain the development objectives.
Yes. It revokes, amends, or modifies all executive orders, rules, regulations, or parts thereof inconsistent with the transfer of PADC, including provisions of EO No. 546, s. 1979.
The order took effect immediately upon its signing on March 15, 2019.
The aerospace sector is identified as an industry priority due to its emerging local industry and competitive advantages for Philippine industries.
PADC is empowered to engage in the design, manufacture, and sale of all forms of aircraft and aerospace devices and develop maintenance, repair, and modification capabilities for aviation equipment.