SAEP 14th National Convention

Message from the Chairman
PRB of Aeronautical Engineering

Hon. Ernesto B. Ferreras Jr.

My warmest greetings to the Society of Aerospace Engineers of the Philippines for successfully holding this year’s National Convention.

With the theme “Holistic Aeronautical Engineering and Its Implications in Professional Practice,” our profession is taking the next level. Holistic in the sense that the parts are being treated in relation to the whole. Just like in medicine, the treatment is not only dealing with a specific part of the body but attempts to treat both the mind and the body. Applying this principle to our profession, all areas of practice in our profession must be considered in order to move forward.

The Board of Aeronautical Engineering is prepared to handle the tasks set forth this year and the years ahead. Once more, I say we should strive to be more globally competitive by enhancing our competencies, upgrade our knowledge in aero engineering technology and appropriate regulatory laws.

I challenge the Society to face the tasks at hand by being holistic in its approach. I think this is the best way to work towards the common goal of uplifting our profession. Foremost in our minds is how we should contribute to maintain safety in aviation and help improve quality as well.

Again kudos to SAEP for taking the extra mile.