Ages Aviation Center was tasked by the U.S. Government to provide FBO services for the USS Carl Vinson C2 aircrafts that was sent to pick up President Noynoy Aquino and his party. Together with the officers and men of the 250th Presidential airlift wing under the command of Col. Alexander P. Bote, Ages was able to provide the FBO services required by this Presidential trip.

See related story as published in the Philippine Daily Inquirer.

The USS George Washington (CVN 73), and its escort warships made its Port call in Manila for a four-day goodwill visit. 

The American carrier group’s port call aims to “further enhance the strong historic ties between the US and the Philippines,” according to an embassy media advisory. During their visit, some of the George Washington’s 5,500-plus crew and air wing members will take part in “community relations projects and professional exchanges between the US and Philippine navies.” 

The super carrier made its first goodwill visit to the country on Aug. 11 to 15, 2009 where Ages’ Top Management were cordially invited to see firsthand the mammoth proportion and power of the ship. This year Ages was again invited by Ambassador Harry K. Thomas, Jr. and the Commander, Carrier Task Force 70 Rear Admiral Dan Cloyd at a reception aboard the USS George Washington. 

Ages Aviation Center, Inc. Manila’s leading FBO along with the direction of the US Embassy and its Defense Attaché Office took part in providing US Navy C-2 which are permanently station aboard the USS George Washington ground handling service as it shuttling dignitary and special guest during the visit. Along with, Ages also provide Ground Handling Services to HH-60s that were tasked to do the same. 

The Orbis Flying Eye Hospital, a converted DC-10, arrived at NAIA and will be staying until 10 September, where its doctors will treat all kinds of Eye Diseases, such as a cornea transplant, advance cataract, viteroretinal diseases and several other eye ailments affecting children. These include congenital glaucoma, strabismus and retinopathy of prematurity. 

The program also includes the exchange of skills for local doctors that are not limited to Ophthalmologists but also include continuing medical education designed for nursing, anesthesiology and biomedical engineering. 

Fedex, along with St. Luke’s Hospital, the Manila International Airport Authority, Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines, Ages Aviation Center, Inc. who provided complete ground handling & support for this aircraft, and several other organizations have been the leading sponsor of Orbis.

True to the Airlift mission profile of the Japanese Air Self Defence Force (JASDF), six (6) C130 aircrafts were sent to transport relief cargo to Pakistan . Leading FBO in Manila , Ages Aviation Center, Inc. was called upon again by ITOCHU Corp. Aerospace and Information Division to provide support for this flight operation by the JASDF.

Even with Diplomatic Permit and a couple of maintenance issues, the six (6) C130 were refuelled, maintenance was supported and flight preparation adjusted by Ages Aviation Center, Inc. ground handling team, all six (6) C130 continued onto complete their mission

U.S. Air Force C-40 receives full ground handling service from Ages Aviation Center, Inc. during the 3 day visit of Admiral Robert Willard who was in Manila to attend the RP-US Mutual Defense Board meeting at Camp Aguinaldo.

Admiral Willard, accompanied by U.S. Ambassador Harry Thomas, also made a courtesy call to President Aquino at the Premiere Guest House in Malacanang.

New Zealand Prime Minister John Key aboard the Royal New Zealand Air Forces’ Boeing 757 makes a quick stop in Clark on his way to Korea to meet with Korean President Lee Myung-bak. The Prime Minister was in Korea to improve trade relations with Korea which is believed to benefit both countries. Prime Minister Key also promises his government’s full support for peace and stability on the Korean peninsula. Philippine New Zealand Ambassador Andrew Matheson was also on hand to meet the Prime Minister. All services at Diosdado Macapagal International Airport (CRK/RPLC), were coordinated, and supervised, by Ages Aviation Center, Inc. Ages provided its ground handling expertise in ensuring a quick turnaround for the Prime Minister’s early morning touch and go. Part of the service that Ages provided was the Repositioning of a Supervisor/ Handler to guarantee everything runs smoothly while being handled by an Ages preferred ground handler.

Mr. Shoichiro Toyoda, honorary chairman Toyota Motors Corp. arrived on board a private Gulfstream V business jet on April 21, 2010. Mr. Toyoda is visiting Manila again because he was awarded the Order of Lakandula with Rank of Grand Cross by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.

The Order of Lakandula is one of the highest honors given by the Republic of the Philippines. It is an order of political and civil merit, awarded in memory of Lakandula’s dedication to the responsibilities of leadership, prudence, fortitude, courage and resolve in the service of one’s people.

FBO services for the business jet of Mr. Toyoda was provided by Ages Aviation Center, Inc. It was a great compliment to Ages when no less than Capt. Jason Brooks, Chief Pilot – Airflite/Toyota said that Ages provided an outstanding handling service for their overnight stay in Manila. Capt. Brooks further added that Ages is among the best in South East Asia.

Ages Aviation played host to Asian Air Safari when their invited featured aircraft fro Gulfstream Aerospace arrived in Manila on April 08, 2010. A brand new GLF 4 with no less than Mr. Peter Hoi, Regional Vice-President of Gulfstream International Corporation, touched down and parked at the Ages Ramp. On hand to meet Mr. Hoi was Asian Air Safari host Captain Joy Roa.

As part of the air adventure story of the show, the GLF 4 will fly to Cambodia from Manila. The crew of Asian Air Safari will document the adventure on film. The Show airs on ANC (local channel).

Mrs. Hillary Clinton, one of the most powerful women in the world, arrives at the Ages Ramp inside Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) for her first official visit to the Philippines. Standard operating procedures were implemented by NAIA Assistant General Manager for Security and Emergency Services & U.S. Embassy Manila in ensuring strict security measures were in place. Clinton was met by Foreign Affairs Secretary Alberto Romulo, US Ambassador Kenney, and top Philippine government officials.

Spectrem Air flew their DC-3TB from South Africa, over Canada, through Alaska, Japan, and touching down in the Philippines last Aug 16, 2009 before making it to its final destination in Australia where it will be doing Mineral Exploration. The aircraft is equipped with ExplorHEM Technology giving the aircraft a very unique look. During its short Remain Over Night (RON) visit in Manila all Ground Handling and FBO Services were provided by Ages Aviation Center, Inc.