CAAP extends NOTAM near Mt. Kanlaon
Plume of ash The eruption of Negros Island’s Mt. Kanlaon on early Tuesday, 8 April, comes at what is expected to be a scorching summer season where the heat index has been recorded at high levels in certain parts of the country. People are cautioned to protect their airways from volcanic ash, composed of crushed small rocks, minerals and volcanic glass, which could cause eye, nose and throat irritation.
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The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines has extended the Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) for flights near Kanlaon Volcano, with vertical limits from the surface up to 11,000 feet.
The latest NOTAM will be in effect from 10:16 AM on April 10 until 9:00 AM on 11 April.
Due to potential risks of ashfall and explosive eruptions, all flight operators are urged to avoid flying near the volcano.