Animal Air Transport Rules and Regulations

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BAI ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 43-99: Animal Air Transport Rules and Regulations

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Title Supreme Court: Animal Air Transport Rules and Regulations

Law: Bai Administrative Order No. 43-99

Decision Date: Dec 6, 1999

DA Administrative Order No. 43-99 establishes rules and regulations for the transport of animals by air in the Philippines, ensuring their welfare through provisions for clean facilities, access to food and water, compliance with international guidelines, and penalties for violations.

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Key Definitions

Animal Transport: Mode of moving animals from origin to destination.
Air Transport: Transport of animals by air.
Carriage: The process from check-in to release of animals.

Code of Practice for Animal Air Transport

Compliance with International Air Transport Association (IATA) guidelines mandatory.
Last In, First Out principle in loading and unloading animals.
Animals in cages must be housed in well-ventilated rooms with temperature as per IATA standards.
Small domestic fowls must be in proper, ventilated cages.
Food and water provision required if carriage exceeds 12 hours.
Airports must provide holding areas and assistance for animals, especially during emergencies.
Carrier and airport authority responsibility for animal safety and comfort during holding.
Availability of veterinary officers and officials for acceptance and release, especially in major airports.

Penalties for Violations

Imprisonment ranging from six months to two years.
Fines between One Thousand Pesos (P1,000) and Five Thousand Pesos (P5,000).
Combination of penalties at court's discretion.
Immediate deportation of aliens after sentence without further proceedings.

Separability Clause

Invalid provisions will not affect the enforceability of other provisions.

Repealing Clause

Previous inconsistent administrative orders, rules, and regulations are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity

Order takes effect 15 days after publication in a newspaper of general circulation.

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