March
2023
Felizca Fernando-Catan
Airline: Philippine Airlines – PAL Express
Crew Position: Captain
Aircraft: A320 / A321
Domicile: Manila, Philippines
Where did you do your flight training?
Felizca:
Masters Flying School in Plaridel, Bulacan Philippines
Felizca:
When I was little whenever we travel, my Dad would be the Captain of our flight and that he would make me sit in the flight deck of his B737. From then on, I have been facinated by the view inside the cockpit, wondering how all those buttons and switches makes the airplane fly.
What airplanes have you flown during your career?
Felizca:
C150, C152, C172, Dash 8 Q300, Airbus 320/A321/A321 Neo
Have you had/have any mentors throughout the years?
Felizca:
Yes, my Dad has always been my inspiration and my idol.
Do you have any future aviation goals you hope to achieve?
Felizca:
I would like to be the Captain when my entire family travels for vacation.
What have been some recent challenges you’ve faced?
“Keep your feet on the ground and know your limitations.”