The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has ushered in a new cohort of aviation professionals, announcing that 595 out of 926 examinees successfully passed the demanding Aeronautical Engineers Computer-Based Licensure Examination given this December 2025. This marks an overall national passing rate of 64.25%.
The exams, administered by the Board of Aeronautical Engineering — composed of Chairman Engr. Ernesto B. Ferreras, Jr., and Member Engr. Redentor C. Malia — were conducted across key testing centers in Metro Manila, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, and Rosales (Region 1). The results were released by the PRC immediately after the last day of the examination.
The Crucial Role of Aeronautical Engineers in National Development
Aeronautical engineers are the unsung heroes of the aviation industry, a sector critical to the Philippines’ connectivity, defense, and economic growth. Their expertise is fundamental to ensuring airworthiness, safety, and efficiency in both civil and military flight operations.
These specialized professionals are responsible for the entire lifecycle of an aircraft, from design and development — incorporating complex principles of aerodynamics, propulsion, and materials — to manufacturing oversight, maintenance, and modification. In a country with a rapidly expanding air travel market, the demand for licensed Aeronautical Engineers is paramount. They play a vital role in upholding international aviation standards, driving innovation in aerospace technology, and contributing to the country’s capability for research and development in an increasingly globalized industry. Their licensure is a testament to their competency in safeguarding the flying public and the nation’s air assets.
Top Performers and School Excellence Highlight Success
The newly released results showcase the exemplary performance of several institutions and individual examinees.
Leading the pack of institutions is the Philippine State College of Aeronautics (now NAAP), which achieved a remarkable 92.73% overall passing rate, based on 165 total examinees. The school registered 153 overall passers (144 first-timers and 9 repeaters).
Not far behind, PATTS College of Aeronautics demonstrated its strength with a 71.82% overall passing rate, producing 158 overall passers out of 220 examinees. This includes an outstanding 81.03% passing rate for its 174 first-time examinees.
Other notable overall performers include:
- University of Perpetual Help System Dalta-Las Pinas: 88.24% (15 passers out of 17)
- WCC Aeronautical and Technological College, Inc.-Binalonan: 62.50% (70 passers out of 112)
- Cebu Aeronautical Technical School: 54.32% (44 passers out of 81)
The honor of the top spot goes to Kyle Michael Atinaja Rocero of PATTS College of Aeronautics, who topped the examination with an impressive rating of 92.55%.
The complete list of the top ten successful examinees is as follows:
| Rank | Name | School | Rating (%) |
| 1 | Kyle Michael Atinaja Rocero | PATTS College of Aeronautics | 92.55 |
| 2 | Leanne Alexandrine Miranda Diana | University of Perpetual Help System Dalta-Las Pinas | 91.60 |
| 3 | John Eury Baydo Villasis | PATTS College of Aeronautics | 91.35 |
| 4 | Adrian Paul Cabangon Racoma | Philippine State College of Aeronautics-Pasay | 91.00 |
| 5 | Pablo Jose Nuevo Alvarez | Philippine State College of Aeronautics-Pasay | 90.85 |
| 6 | Mikaela Renee Sanchez Natividad | Holy Angel University | 90.85 |
| 7 | John Nichol Macapagal Dela Cruz | PATTS College of Aeronautics | 90.75 |
| 8 | Adrienne Christian Co | Holy Angel University | 90.70 |
| 9 | Joshua Gerald Vibar Samartino | PATTS College of Aeronautics | 90.60 |
| 10 | Kyle Russel Bernardo Catoto | PATTS College of Aeronautics | 90.55 |
| 11 | Michael Li Collado | PATTS College of Aeronautics | 90.35 |
The successful examinees are advised to refer to the PRC’s official announcement for the schedule and requirements for their initial registration and the oath-taking ceremony.
The December 2025 Aeronautical Engineers Computer-Based Licensure Examination results mark a significant milestone for the 595 new professionals, whose dedication and technical skill are now poised to contribute to the advancement and safety of the Philippine aviation and aerospace industry.