Passenger safety and security at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is a shared effort among multiple government agencies, each with its own responsibilities. The Office for Transportation Security (OTS), under the Department of Transportation, is solely in charge of security screening, including x-ray baggage inspections.
Regarding reports of a suspected empty bullet shell detected in a passenger’s bag during screening at NAIA Terminal 3, NNIC immediately coordinated with OTS and reviewed CCTV footage related to the case.
OTS has taken the lead in the investigation and will be issuing a statement to discuss their findings and any next steps.
To prevent similar incidents and strengthen public confidence, NNIC is working with OTS to reinforce security monitoring, proper screening procedures, and transparency in security operations. Our priority is to maintain an airport environment that is safe and efficient for all travelers.
NNIC remains committed to working with the OTS and other authorities to provide a secure and seamless airport experience.
