To honor the heroism of members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Philippine National Police, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) recently announced the opening of Heroes’ Lounge in 24 airports all over the country.
“The initiative was launched to show appreciation and gratitude to the country’s military men and police officers for their sacrifices towards peace and in defending and securing the nation from harm,” the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said in a statement.
Uniformed personnel – including retirees, Medal of Valor awardees, and their immediate families traveling with them can avail of the amenities at the Heroes’ Lounge for free, subject to existing rules and regulations.
These lounges have comfortable seats and relaxing interiors with free Wi-Fi connection.
Currently, 24 Heroes Lounge, which cater to police and military personnel are now operating in the following airports:
- Puerto Princesa International Airport
- General Santos International Airport
- Zamboanga International Airport
- Davao International Airport
- Kalibo International Airport
- Laoag International Airport
- Iloilo International Airport
- Butuan Airport
- Laguindingan Airport
- Bacolod-Silay Airport
- Cotabato Airport
- Tacloban Airport
- Dipolog Airport
- Dumaguete Airport
- Legazpi Airport
- Naga Airport
- Pagadian Airport
- Roxas Airport
- San Jose Airport
- Bohol-Panglao International Airport
- Tuguegarao Airport
- Virac Airport
- Cauayan Airport
- Ozamiz Airport