Since 9th February around the coast of Sattahip, Thailand, the Royal Thai Navy and Army has been involved in an annual major military training exercise “Cobra Gold”, involving a number of countries in Asia .

Seven countries participated in this year’s multinational drill, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and the USA.  This is the 35th occasion of the exercise and involved nearly 9,000 personnel from all 7 countries, plus officers from 21 nations operating in reduced roles with 9 others as observers in the Cobra Gold exercise.

The exercises ended on 19th February with a closing party aboard the Japanese battleship JS Musuyaki docked at the Navy Base at Sattahip, Thailand with top dignitaries from all nations involved in the Cobra Gold exercises attending.

In past years Japan has only been involved as an observer nation, and this is the first time that the country has been involved in direct training with other nations in Cobra Gold.

Ages Aviation Center, Inc. provided service and support to the Japanese Air Self Defense Force (JASDF) who sent their troops to attend the annual exercise. Ages Aviation Center, Inc. headquarters became the stopping point for refueling because of our “quick turnaround” capability.  Together with Agility Japan, Ages provided seamless service much to the appreciation of JASDF.

Japanese Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko arrived in the Philippines on Tuesday afternoon for their historic five-day visit, the first visit to Southeast Asia by a reigning Japanese royal.

Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko will be in the Philippines from January 26 to 30. They are scheduled to meet with President Benigno Aquino III on Wednesday morning at Malacañang Palace.

The Philippine government has long extended its state invitation for Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko.  Aquino renewed the invitation during his state visit to Japan in June last year.

In 1962, the Emperor and Empress, when they were Crown Prince and Princess, made a visit to the Philippines, on behalf of Emperor Showa, in return for a state visit by then-President Carlos P. Garcia.

Though the Emperor now serves as a national figurehead expected to abide by the general rule that his visits should never have a political agenda, the trip is symbolic as it comes as the two countries celebrate 60 years since the reestablishment of diplomatic relations and illustrates a shift away from anti-Japanese sentiment left over from World War II.

Ages Aviation Center, Inc. had the distinct honor of being selected as the FBO- Fixed Based Operator and Ground Handling company for the Emperor’s visit. Ages along with our partners for this visit, Japan Airlines and Macroasia Corp. provided seamless handling for His Majesty’s two (2) Boeing 747s that parked on the famous Balagbag “Ages” Ramp.

In attendance to meet His Majesty was His Excellency President Benigno Aquino III who elected to wait for the Emperor and Empress at the Ages Lounge along with member of his cabinet.

APEC Philippines 2015 was the year-long hosting of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit which concluded with the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting held on 18–19 November 2015 in Pasay. It was the second time the Philippines hosted the summit, the first being the 1996 APEC summit.

Ages Aviation Center, Inc. is proud to have been a part of APEC Philippines 2015 and elated to further share being elected to handle several Heads of Economies

• Brunei- Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah
• Canada- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
• Chile- President Michelle Bachelet
• Columbia- President  Juan Manuel Santos
• Mexico- President Enrique Pena Nieto
• New Zealand- Prime Minister John Key
• United State of America- President Barack Obama

Ages continues to be the FBO- Fix Based Operator and Ground Handler of choice in the Philippines. We Thank you for choosing Ages Aviation Center, Inc. and continue to look forward to being “ at your service!”.

The head of the US Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs(INL) is currently in the Philippines for a two-day visit.

Assistant Secretary William Brownfield arrived on Wednesday accompanied by US Coast Guard commandant Admiral Paul Zukunft.

Brownfield is scheduled to meet with Philippine officials to discuss maritime law enforcement efforts in the country and in the region.

Ages Aviation Center, Inc. took privilege in welcoming back Secretary Brownfield to the country. Along with Adminral Zukunft, Sec. Brownfield had a short meeting with Philippine Air Force General at the prestigious Ages Lounge upon arrival.

The Secretary and the Admiral flew to Manila in aboard the US Coast Guard’s C-37 the military variant of the elite Gulfstream 5 which parked on the prestigious and highly secured “Ages” Balagbag Ramp during of their stay.

Stephen Curry arrived in the Philippines last Saturday straight from Tokyo, Japan for a one-day visit as part of Under Armour’s five-city, three-country show.

Curry, the reigning NBA MVP who helped power the Golden State Warriors to this year’s NBA championship, held a media day at the Raffles Hotel in Makati City, just a few hours after his arrival.

In the afternoon, he went straight to the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, where he had several activities with some local endorsers of Under Armour for rabid Filipino basketball fans.

Ages was once again chosen specifically to be the FBO of choice by Under Armour as they flew in their private all black Gulfstream 550 which included no less than their CEO and Founder Kevin Plank on board.

Arrival and Departureclearing for Customs, Immigration and Quarantine formalities were all seamlessly done at planeside in the very comfortable and highly secured “Ages” Ramp. Once again because of the good preparation, Kevin and Stephen where very much relax and took time to say hello to the airport officials that were present during his arrival.

When all was said and done Captain Paul Villagomez had this to say: “Best, most impressive reception ever in my 8 years at UA (Under Armour).” He went on further with: “Exceptionally attentive staff! We are very impressed with the level of service.”

View Stephen’s arrival on youtube courtesy of Under Armour: https://youtu.be/ADA41R8Ltt4

The commander of the United States Pacific Command arrived in the Philippines last Tuesday to discuss security problem involving the West Philippine Sea (WPS).

Admiral Harry Harris Jr. will meet top Philippine military officials before flying to Palawan to assess the security situation in the WPS.

Harris was accorded military honors by AFP chief of staff Gen. Hernando Iriberri at Camp Aguinaldo before holding discussions with ranking military officials in Palawan.

Ages Aviation Center, Inc. supported the visit of the Pacific Fleet Commander with the use of our VIP lounge where the Admiral had a short briefing upon arrival with Philippine Air Force Commanding Gen. Jeffrey Delgado and members of the US Embassy Manila. Ages as always provided full security support to the aircraft with our very own mobile security outpost that could be positioned anywhere in the airport, equipped with its own power unit the security outpost has air-conditioning, power outlets and wifi keeping the aircraft’s security details away from the elements.

Upon the return of the Admiral from Palawan, Ages ensured a quick turnaround, limiting the Admiral’s ground time to the minimum.

Cleveland Cavaliers superstar LeBron James is made his second visit to the Philippines last  August 19, 2015.

The two-time National Basketball Association (NBA) champion will take part in the Nike Rise training camp where he will mentor the young and aspiring Filipino cagers.

Ages Aviation Center, Inc. was once again privileged to be the preferred FBO of Nike who had their own private Gulfstream 550 take LeBron and his team around Asia. Ages once again provided only VVIP service allowing the celebrity to breathe easy and be himself on the very secure  “Ages” Ramp as he was in no rush to board his vehicle upon their arrival.

The new commander of the US Pacific Fleet, Admiral Scott Swift, joined a surveillance mission over the West Philippine Sea on Saturday as part of his four-day visit to the Philippines.

Swift arrived in the country Thursday, July 16, for a four-day official visit and to engage with the country’s senior military leaders.

On Friday, he was accorded full military honors at the AFP General Headquarters (GHQ) in Camp Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo, where he also made customary office call on newly-installed AFP chief of staff, Lt. Gen. Hernando DCA Iriberri.

During his visit Ages provided full ground handling service to his aircraft a C-37 militarized Gulfstream IV.

Admiral Swift was welcomed at the prestigious Balagabag “AGES” Ramp by Commodore. Crispin P. Mercado who with his subordinates took the opportunity while waiting on Admiral’s arrival to relax and engage in friendly conversation with US Embassy Officials over coffee at the Ages lounge the only VIP lounge in the middle of the airport and a stone throw away from the aircraft’s parking spot.

From the Philippines Star: MANILA, Philippines – The Tak Chun Group recently celebrated the grand opening of its Tak Chun VIP Club at the Solaire Resort and Casino.

The event was well attended by Tak Chun’s Philippine and foreign business partners, VIP guests, Solaire Resort & Casino’s executives, and the foreign and local media.

Levo Chan, chairman and chief executive officer of the Tak Chun Group, said, “This project is a big milestone for our company, it is the very first venture of our group outside of our Macau homebase. Solaire Resort & Casino is a world-class entertainment and gaming venue and it is aligned with our business objectives and goals.”

“The opening of our Tak Chun VIP Club here at Solaire Resort & Casino has distinctively built up another level to Tak Chun’s image. It is our commitment to provide the best service and present another whole new experience to all our guests, both foreign and local. This venture is mutually beneficial not only to the Tak Chun Group and Solaire Resort & Casino but also to the Philippines with its potential to further promote tourism,” Chan added.

With the entry of Tak Chun Group in the Philippines, it is a clear indication that the country has indeed reached international standards for gaming and entertainment.

Ages Aviation Center, Inc. took privilege of being the elected FBO of Tak Chun Group and provided full VIP service to their distinguished guests for this inaugural event.  As part of the VIP service PACKAGE OF Ages was the use of our lounge, the only one in the middle of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL/RPLL) and in the renowned Balagbag “Ages” Ramp.
With Ages’ renewed partnership with Metrojets Hong Kong, the crew was treated to THE ONLY seamless handling SERVICES AT NAIA, from arrival to their departure 3 days after. Tak Chun Group’s aircraft was parked and remained on the Ages Ramp for its entire duration with access to A PILOT Lounge and office amenities WHICH ARE ALL a stone’s throw away from the aircraft’s doorstep.

Ages’ continues to be concentrated IN ensuring passenger and CREW convenience.

Looking for a convenient and worry free trip to the Philippines. Look no further, Ages Aviation Center, Inc. is “at your service”.

MANILA – The world’s first DreamWorks-themed, indoor interactive play and creativity center, ‘DreamPlay by DreamWorks’, celebrated its official opening at City of Dreams Manila to great fanfare involving excited children and beloved DreamWorks animated characters, together with a stellar line-up of VIP celebrity parents.

Mr. Lawrence Ho, co-chairman and CEO of Melco Crown Entertainment was joined by DreamWorks Animation Chief Executive Officer Mr. Jeffrey Katzenberg, in a ribbon-cutting ceremony to formally open the family entertainment destination.

The DreamPlay center is a first-of-its-kind environment where kids can play and participate in a wide range of creative activities and fun-filled experiences with the characters of DreamWorks Animation’s world-famous films, including “Kung Fu Panda,” “Shrek,” “Madagascar” and “How to Train Your Dragon.”

Ages Aviation Center, Inc. The preferred FBO of Melco Crown Entertainment once again provided full VIP service for Mr. Ho and his entourage during his short visit for the grand opening.