Transportation Secretary Dizon orders expansion of Siargao Airport

Transport Secretary Vince Dizon has ordered the expansion of Siargao Airport, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced last week.

According to the agency, Dizon expressed frustration over the airport’s congestion during his recent inspection, saying that the facility was too cramped for travelers.

“Tututukan natin ang expansion at pagpapaganda ng Siargao Airport bilang isang international gateway na nagpapakita ng lumalaking kahalagahan ng Siargao Island na itinuturing na isa sa mga top tourist destinations sa buong bansa,” Dizon said in a statement. 

As part of the improvements, Dizon ordered the removal of excessive X-ray machines to streamline security checks.

He also directed the expansion of the passenger terminal building to increase seating capacity and improve overall comfort for travelers.

The Siargao Airport currently operates 17 daily flights, Dizon said.

Among the changes, Dizon also ordered the removal of the VIP lounge, saying that the space should instead be used to ease congestion for regular passengers.

“Grabe ang hirap ng mga kababayan natin at ‘yung mga turista dito. Sobrang sikip at mainit. Pinatanggal
ko itong VIP lounge hindi naman kailangan to and magagamit ito para lumawag kahit konti ang space para sa pasahero,” Dizon explained.