# PATTS College of Aeronautics

PATTS College of Aeronautics, also known as Philippine Air Transport and Training Services, is an aeronautical school at Lombos Ave., Brgy. San Isidro, Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines. It was founded by Atty. Ambrosio R. Valdez Sr.

## History

PATTS College of Aeronautics was founded in 1969 as the Philippine Air Transport and Training Services. The unfavorable investment climate at the time constrained the founders to drop the first objective and only organize and operate an educational institution, intended to provide professional and technical training to its clients. The school started with two-year airframe mechanic and two-year power plant mechanic courses. In its second year of operation, the two-year communication technician course (avionics) and the four-year aeronautical engineering course were added.
Under the stewardship of its board of directors, the school rose to higher levels of credit and educational standards. Its BS Aeronautical Engineering graduates regularly topped the PRC’s Licensure Board Examination for Aeronautical Engineers from its inception in 1983. In 1989, the school became an accredited college. PATS School of Aeronautics grew into a larger educational institution known as PATTS College of Aeronautics, adapting the slogan “Fly high, your future is in the skies”.
In 2005, the school's greatest transformation coincided with PATTS' 36th anniversary. PATTS was relocated from its old site at Domestic Airport Road, Pasay to its new home at Lombos Avenue, San Isidro, Parañaque. Educational success encouraged the Board of Directors to be more forward-thinking in their management of the school. Following the 36th Anniversary, management announced a new diversification. PATTS would offer non-aviation related programs responsive to industry needs, starting with B.S. Hotel and Restaurant Management as of the 2005–2006 school year. Feasibility studies are being conducted to determine what other curricular offerings are viable. Graduate Studies is also a possibility, leading to university status.

## Academic program

PATTS course offerings are recognized by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) certifies that PATTS is an Aircraft Maintenance School, rated for Airframe and Power Plant. Aircraft frames and power plants are available for PATTS students to work on, dismantle and assemble in the laboratories under the direct supervision of duly licensed personnel. PATTS graduates are also required to undergo on-the-job training with aviation companies such as Philippine Airlines, Air Philippines, Cebu Pacific, Philippine Aerospace Development Corporation and the Philippine Air Force. This training prepares graduates of PATTS for integration into the industry.

## Courses offered

College
* Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering
* Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
* Bachelor of Science in Air Transportation
* Bachelor of Science in Avionics Technology
* Bachelor of Science in Aircraft Maintenance Technology
* Bachelor of Science in Airline Business Administration
* Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management
* Aircraft Technician Course (2-year course)
Senior High School
* STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
* ABM (Accountancy, Business and Management)

## Publications
### Aeroscope magazine

Aeroscope magazine is the official publication of PATTS College of Aeronautics. It is published quarterly to provide readers with the latest updates from the aviation industry and inform them about school-related activities. It operates independently from all other parts of the school. It is essentially a technical magazine and is published in English and Filipino

## Student organizations

The following are recognized organizations in the campus:

### Program Oriented Organizations

* PATTS ABM Society (ABM)
* PATTS Airline Business Administration Society (ABASOC)
* PATTS Aeronautical Engineering Research Organization (AERO)
* PATTS Aircraft Technician Organization (ATO)
* PATTS Alliance of Aircraft Mechanic Troubleshooters (AAMT)
* PATTS Guild of Air Transportation Students (GATS)
* PATTS Avionics Society (PAVIOS)
* PATTS STEM Society (STEM)
* PATTS Tourism Society (PTS)
* Society of PATTS Industrial Engineering Students (SPIES)
* PATTS Association of Science Enthusiast (PASE)

### Special Interest Organizations

As of March 2023, the active campus-wide special-interest organizations are as follows:
* PATTS College of Aeronautics Alumni Association
* PATTS Student Council (PSC)
* PATTS Achievers' League (PAL)
* PATTS Basic Engineering Pioneers of Innovative Construction (B-EPIC)
* PATTS College Red Cross Youth (CRCY, formerly Red Cross Youth Council of PATTS, RCYCP)
* PATTS Corps of Cadets (NSTP-ROTC)
* PATTS Dance Company (PDC)
* PATTS Debaters Club (PDC)
* PATTS Elite Gamers Association (PEGA)
* PATTS Green Ambassadors (PGA)
* PATTS International Students Organization (PISO)
* PATTS Peer Facilitators (PPF)
* PATTS Royal Cavalry (DRUMMERS), the college's pep band
* PATTS Seahorse Network (PSN)
* PATTS Social Science Society (SSS)
* PATTS Vocal Harmony (PVH)
* Rotaract Club of Parañaque Poblacion-PATTS (Rotaract)

## Notable alumni

* Isabel Granada, actress
* Paulie Yllana, actor
* Sherman Tupas, bassist of Filipino rock band Kaligta
* Christian C. Javier, National Master (PHI), Arena Chess Grandmaster - 2018, ICCF Correspondence Chess Expert - 2021, Correspondence Chess Master - 2022 FIDE International Chess Organizer - 2021, National Arbiter of the Phils. - 2012, FIDE National Arbiter of Phils. - 2013.
* Irene M. Alcantara, Female Chess Arbiter of (CAUP) and Recognized by NCFP
* J. Rey Soul, singer and member of the Black Eyed Peas