Section 66March 04, 2008, Sec./Art. 66

Application and Issuance. - Any air carrier who is a citizen of the Philippines may file with the Director General an application for an air operator certificate. If the Director General finds, after thorough investigation, that such air carrier is properly and adequately equipped and has demonstrated the ability to conduct a safe operation in accordance with the requirements of this Act and the rules, regulations and standards issued pursuant thereto, the Director General shall issue an air operator certificate to such air carrier: Provided, however, That in no event shall the Director General issue an air operator certificate to an air carrier that does not possess a valid Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) issued pursuant to this Act and its implementing rules.

D. Aviation Schools and Approved Maintenance Organizations