THE ULTIMATE

GUIDE ON
IFATCA ASIA-
PACIFIC REGIONAL
MEETING 2022
October 20-22,2022 Radisson Blu Hotel, Cebu City, Philippines
 GUIDE CONTENTS

A. Philippine Air Traffic Controller Association G. Weather and Travel Tips

Welcome Remarks H. APRM 2022
B. The Venue Program Schedule
Alternate Accommodation Business Exhibition
C. 38th APRM Registration I. Travel and Tours
Registration Fee and Link J. Contact Details
D. Transportation
E. Visa Information
F. COVID Safety Protocols

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 PATCA

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PHILIPPINE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER’S ASSOCIATION

The Philippine Air Traffic Controllers Association was

founded on July 29, 1962, to promote and encourage the
maintenance and continued development of aviation and air
traffic control of the kind and quality required by the
Commerce of the Republic of the Philippines, the National
Defense and public welfare. We aim to conduct a
professional and protective organization for the Air Traffic
Controllers and all necessary functions to enable its
members to maintain a high degree of proficiency.
 We can not express how thrilled we are to have you- our brothers and
MABUHAY! sisters in this industry, to the 38th IFATCA Asia Pacific Regional Meeting.
Having overcome the test of time on its century of its existence, IFATCA
has become a dynamic organization and a force for good to be reckoned
with in ensuring safe operation of air traffic movement around the world.

In recent years, IFATCA- Asia Pacific has also been instrumental in further
enhancing and deepening the cooperation of its member organizations in
the region and engagement with its partners. The 38th IFATCA APRM is a
strong manifestation of the commitment by its members as we come
together and discuss the prevailing issues we are facing in the region.

The regional meeting will be held in oldest city in the Philippines, Cebu
City. It is one of the most historically important places in the country.
Surely, you will have one memorable experience as you fall in love with
the beauty of Cebu. Again, we're looking forward to the 38th IFATCA
APRM with you!

Rudy Boctot Jr.

National Chairman, Philippine Air Traffic Controllers' Association

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VENUE

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 RADISSON BLU CEBU

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 RADISSON BLU

Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu is the official venue of 38th IFATCA Asia Pacific Regional
Meeting 2022.
(https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-cebu)

Located in the heart of Cebu City, the Radisson Blu Cebu provides five-star
accommodations just minutes from the Mactan Channel and right next to Cebu
International Port. Enjoy sweeping views of the channel and the city as well as
proximity to cultural attractions and beautiful white-sand beaches. A walkway connects
the hotel to the popular SM City Cebu Mall. Corporate travelers are well placed for the
city’s main business and industrial parks, and Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
is just 11 kilometers away.

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 ROOM RATES
Category Published Rate* Discounted Rate**

Superior Room
120USD 65USD
Double Occupancy

Business Class
Double Occupancy 180USD 110USD
(with Club Lounge Access)

Executive Suite
Double Occupancy 210USD 130USD
(with Club Lounge Access)

All rates are inclusive of tax. For Triple Occupancy an additional of 20USD
*Rate from their Website
** Rate if booked by PATCA (Limited Rooms available) price may change subject to room availability
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Inclusions and Amenities:
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Complimentary high-speed internet access (WIFI and Cable)
- Complimentary use of swimming pool and state-of-the art gym facilities
- In-room coffee and tea making facilities
- In-room flat iron and ironing board
- In-room laptop size safe deposit box
 
With the price negotiated, PATCA strongly recommends for the delegates to book their
accommodation with the Venue Hotel for convenience. To avail of the discounted rate, please
email (ph.patca1962@gmail.com) for booking instructions.

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 ALTERNATE HOTELS
The alternate hotels recommended around the area are;
 
Bayfront Hotel Cebu North Reclamation Room Rate 50-75USD
https://northreclamation.bayfronthotelcebu.com/
 
Bai Hotel Room Rate 130-200USD
https://www.baihotels.com/

Summit Hotel Room Rate 50-95USD

https://www.summithotels.ph/hotels/summit-galleria-cebu

All rates for the alternate hotels are published rates on their website. Delegates may book directly through
their respective websites.

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REGISTRATION

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 REGISTRATION FEE

195USD for CAT I MAs and delegates/guest from other organizations

175USD for CAT II & III MAs

CAT I MAs – Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Macau, New Zealand, Singapore and Taiwan

CAT II & III MAs – India, Indonesia, Islamic Rep. of Iran, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Maldives,
Mongolia, Pakistan, Philippines and Sri Lanka

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 REGISTRATION LINK

https://patca.ph/aprm-2022-registration

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TRANSPORTATIO
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AIRLINES

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Taxi - White
Flag down rate P40.00 with additional P13.50 for every succeeding kilometer and P2.00 for every two minutes
waiting time during traffic.
Located at the Terminal 1 Domestic Arrival and Terminal 2 International Link Bridge Arrival
These are local white metered taxis that service Departing and Arriving passengers to and from the city or
airport.
Operating Hours: 24/7

Taxi - Yellow
Flag down rate P70.00 and P4 succeeding 300 meters
Located at the Terminal 1 Domestic Arrival and Terminal 2 International Link Bridge Arrival
Accredited by the MCIA and operated by Cebu Association of Tour Operators Inc. to specialize on arriving
passengers to their local destination only.
Operating Hours: 24/7

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 LAND
My Bus
Located at the Taxi Bay Area of T1 Domestic Arrival and Bus Bay of T2 International Arrival, MyBus
provides daily connectivity from SM City Cebu to Mactan Cebu International Airport and vice versa.

HOURS
7AM TO 10PM DAILY RATES
(20-MINUTE INTERVALS)
SM CEBU to MCIA T1 & T2 and VICE VERSA P50.00

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 LAND

TERMINAL 2: T2 INTERNATIONAL ARRIVAL LANDSIDE

Alamo Transport Leasing Services, Inc.

P. Clavano St., Capitol Site, Cebu City
Mr. Joseph Anthony Clavano
Tel.No: (032) 520-3527, 0943-507-4926
Email: alamocebu@gmail.com

MSIC Transportation Inc.

Star Oil Gas Station - Highway Tipolo, Mandaue City
Mr. Arturo Climaco
Tel.No: (032) 268-3972, 0917-809-3319
Email: cebureservations@europcar.com.ph

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VISA

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 VISA INFORMATION

All Participants for IATF requirements are required to fill-up and submit A Health Declaration Form (Health
Pass) and must be filled out 72 hours prior departure and present it to border agents upon arrival and
requires:

 Scanned copy of your passport with at least 6 months validity

 Valid Email Address

Participants from these countries are allowed to enter the Philippines without a visa for a stay of not
exceeding thirty (30) days:

Australia, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Singapore and New Zealand

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 VISA INFORMATION

Participants who are holders of Hong Kong Special Administrative (SAR) passports and Macau Special
Administrative Region (SAR) passports are allowed to enter the Philippines without a visa for a stay not
exceeding fourteen (14) days

Participants who are Holders of Macau-Portuguese passport and of Hong Kong British passports are allowed
to enter the Philippines without a visa for a stay not exceeding seven (7) days

Provided that they hold valid tickets for their return journey to port of origin or next port of destination and
their passports valid for a period of at least six (6) months beyond the contemplated period of stay.

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 PRE-VISA REQUIREMENTS

Participants need to apply a temporary visitor’s visa at the Philippine Embassy or Consulate that has
jurisdiction over their place of residence.

The following are the minimum requirements for applying a temporary visitor's visa:
1. Invitation Letter for each participant
2. Passport/Travel Document Valid for at least six (6) months beyond the intended period of stay in the
Philippines;
3. Duly Accomplished Visa application forms;
4. Passport Photos (2 pieces);
5. Proof of bona fide status as tourist or businessman;
6. Confirmed tickets for return or onward journey to the next port of destination; and
7. Payment of Visa Fees ranging from $20 USD - $60 USD
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 PRE-VISA REQUIREMENTS

For convenience, the Philippine Embassy Addresses and Contact Emails for the following are:

India: 50-N Nyaya Marg. Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India Email: newdelhi@bol.net.in

Iran: No. 5 Khayyam Street corner Fareshteh, Valie-Asr Avenue, Tehran, IRAN Email:
tehran.pe@dfa.gov.ph / tehranpe@yahoo.com

Pakistan: House No. 12, St. 12, F/2, Islamabad, P.O. Box 1052 | Email: http://www.isdpe.com.pk/ | Website:
www.isdpe.com.pk

Sri Lanka

Taiwan: Application can be done through Electronic Travel Authorization

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COVID SAFETY
PROTOCOLS

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Category From Visa-Free Countries With 9(a) Visa or EED With other types of visas*

Present negative test results without COVID-19 booster:

o RT-PCR test taken within forty-eight (48) hours prior to the date and time of departure from the country of origin, OR
o Laboratory-based Antigen test taken within twenty-four (24) hours prior to the date and time of departure from the country of origin
Present proof of full vaccination set out in IATF 160-B, Sec. A(3). If unable to present, shall be considered unvaccinated or unverifiable proof of
vaccination, or may result to denied admission to the country and subject to appropriate exclusion proceedings.
Register for an account on the One Health Pass (OHP) website via https://onehealthpass.com.ph/ within three (3) days before your scheduled
arrival date at MCIA. Take note of your Transaction Number which will be needed for the completion and submission of the electronic Health
Entry Requirements Declaration Checklist (eHDC). Registration to OHP is free of charge.
(Based on IATF 160-B and Valid tickets for their return journey
168) Passports valid for a period of at least six (6) months at the time of arrival
Travel insurance for COVID-19 treatment is now OPTIONAL, but highly encouraged.
Failure to comply specific entry requirements shall be subjected to denied admission and appropriate exclusion proceedings.
Exempted from the Travel Insurance and Return Ticket Requirements:
 Foreign spouses and/or children of Filipino citizens;
 Former Filipino citizens with Balikbayan privileges under R.A. No. 9174, including their spouse and/or children travelling with them; and
 Foreign nationals with valid immigrant visa, non-immigrant visa except 9A visa holders, and/or special visa issued by the Bureau of
Immigration or other competent Philippine government agencies.

IF NOT compliant with IATF 160B, Sec.(2),

Testing and Facility-based
Quarantine Protocol
IF NOT compliant with IATF 160B, Sec.(3), passenger shall be denied admission to the country
passenger shall: and shall be subject to appropriate exclusion
 Swab upon arrival proceedings
IF NOT compliant with IATF 160B, Sec. A(1) to  Shall be required testing on the fifth IF NOT compliant with IATF 160B, Sec.(3),
(3), passenger shall be denied admission to the (5th) day from date of arrival, IF NOT passenger shall:
country and shall be subject to appropriate compliant with IATF 160B, Section  Swab upon arrival
exclusion proceedings A(3)  Shall be required testing on the fifth (5th)
 Book for at least seven (7) days of day from date of arrival, IF NOT compliant
facility-based quarantine at his own with IATF 160B, Section A(3)
expense  Book for at least seven (7) days of facility-
based quarantine at his own expense
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WEATHER AND
TRAVEL TIPS

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 WEATHER

The Climate of the Philippines is tropical and maritime. It is characterized by relatively high
temperature, high humidity, and abundant rainfall. It is similar in many respects to the climate
of the countries of Central America. The climate of the country can be divided into two major
seasons: (1) the rainy season, from June to November; and (2) the dry season, from December
to May.

Temperatures average from 78°F/25°C to 90°F/32°C. Mean humidity is at 77%.

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 TRAVEL TIPS

• Never leave home without your rain gear, umbrella, and heavy clothing during the rainy months from
June to October as well as when setting out to the mountainous areas.

• When shopping in a public market, it is perfectly acceptable to haggle for the cheapest price.

• English is the most widely spoken next to Filipino/Tagalog, the national language. Learning the basic
local phrases may come in handy. Over 111 local dialects are spoken in the country.

• Comfortable yet sturdy footwear are best, as travelling the islands will often involve some walking.

• When headed to the remote areas, come prepared with an insect repellant and even your own water in
handy containers. Always have the island map with you.

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 TRAVEL TIPS

• Prepare to hop in a jeepney, tricycle, or pedicab – exotic modes of land transport that are the most
commonly available for going around. Always bring loose change when taking public transport.

• The Philippine monetary unit, the peso, is generally preferred for financial transactions. Money-changing
shops are available in key cities and towns.

• Due to the pandemic, everyone is required to wear facemask at all times in public areas. You may remove
your mask while eating or drinking. Always carry your vaccine card /passport. Some establishments need
to verify your vaccine cards before entering.

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APRM 2022

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 PROGRAM SCHEDULE
October 20 (THURSDAY)
 
1st Day Conference (8:00am-6:00pm)
08:00am-10:00am: Registration Sponsors and Fellowship Night (7:00pm-12mn)
10:00am-12:00nn: Opening Ceremony 06:45pm: Call Time
12:00nn-02:00pm: Buffet Lunch (2hrs) 07:00pm-7:30pm: Start of program (ATC100)
02:00pm-03:20pm: IFATCA’s work in ICAO 07:30pm-9:00pm: Buffet Dinner
03:20pm-03:40pm: IFATCA’s work in ICAO APAC 09:00-9:30pm: Online Toasting for 100th year ATC
Region
09:30pm-12:00am: Socials/Party
04:00pm-04:15pm: Keynote Speech

04:15pm-05:45pm: International Organizational Panel

05:45pm-06:00pm: Wrap up

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 PROGRAM SCHEDULE
October 21 (FRIDAY)
2nd Day Conference (8:00am-6:00pm)
08:00am-09:00am: Registration
09:00am-09:30am: Start of program
09:30am-10:10am: MA Report Part 1
(09:30am): Australia
(09:40am) Hong Kong
(09:50am) Japan
(10:00am) South Korea
10:10am-10:30am: Coffee Break (20mins)
10:30-11:10am: MA Report Part 2
(10:30am) Macau
(10:40am) New Zealand
(10:50am) Singapore   Donation Report Indonesia
(11:00am) Taiwan
11:10am-12:00nn: MA Report Part 3
(11:10am) India
(11:20am) Islamic Rep of. Iran
(11:30am) Kazakhstan
(11:40am) Malaysia
(11:50am) Maldives
12:00nn-02:00pm: Buffet Lunch
02:00pm-02:50pm: MA Report Part 4
(02:00pm) Mongolia
(02:10pm) Pakistan
(02:20pm) Sri Lanka
(02:30pm) Indonesia
(02:40pm) Philippines
02:50pm-03:00pm: 2020 Volcanic Eruption IFATCA
03:00pm-03:20pm: Coffee Break
03:20pm-04:20pm: Just Culture  
04:20pm-05:20pm: Fatigue Risk Management Systems
05:20pm-05:30pm: Wrap up
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October 22 (SATURDAY)
 
3rd Day Conference (8:00am-2:00pm)
08:00am-08:30am: Registration/ Start of Program
08:30am-09:00am: 2030 Task Force
09:00am-09:15am: EDITF (
09:00am-09:30am: Introduction of Annual
Conference 2024 Candidate
09:30am-10:00am: Election for APRM 2024
10:00am-10:20am: Coffee Break
10:20am-10:40am: Plan for APRM 2023
10:40am-12:00nn: Closing Ceremony
*(12:00nn) Checkout
12:00nn-2:00pm: Buffet Lunch
Local ATC Interaction/ Cultural tour

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 BUSINESS EXHIBITION

Businesses who want to exhibit their products or services may directly email us at
ph.patca1962@gmail.com.

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TRAVEL AND
TOURS

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 A vibrant island destination in Asia and the Pacific,
Cebu is an idyllic island getaway. Located in the
CEBU Central Visayas region, Cebu offers popular diving
QUEEN CITY OF THE SOUTH spots, thrilling eco-adventures, extreme sports, white-
sand beaches, Instagram-worthy festivals, state-of-
the-art shopping, and an exciting nightlife scene.

This island-province is also rich in history. Its capital,

Cebu City, is the oldest city in the Philippines and is
filled with Spanish colonial relics from the 16th-
century. It was here that Ferdinand Magellan first set
foot on Philippine soil back in 1521. It is also
considered to be the birthplace of Christianity in the
Far East.
https://philippinetourism.co/destinations/cebu/
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 TRAVEL AND TOUR

Please book at least a day before the tour.

*Approach the tour desk dedicated for the delegates of the conference from 9am-5pm. Or
email inquiries at inbound@southwindtoursphilippines.com

Beach Resorts
Just within Mactan Island where the Mactan Cebu International Airport is located are some
of the top-notch beach resorts that bring in thousands of visitors each year. They are ideal
not just for those who want to enjoy a weekend with the sea, sun and sand but also for
those who just have a few hours to spare.

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CONTACT
DETAILS

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TRAVEL AND TOUR

For further inquiries, you may contact our coordinators on

their WhatsApp or
Email: ph.patca1962@gmail.com

Address: PATCA Office, EEI Bldg., Civil Aviation

Authority of the Philippines, Old MIA rd., Pasay
City, Philippines

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THANK YOU!
KEEP SAFE!
SEE YOU SOON!

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