Abstract
This study examined the degree of personnel stability within the civil aviation authority in Western Visayas, Central Philippines, focusing on how selected demographic characteristics relate to employees’ perceptions of job security, contract regularization experience, and consistency of team composition. Utilizing a descriptive research design, data were gathered from 101 CAAP personnel using a validated survey questionnaire. The findings indicated that respondents generally reported a high degree of personnel stability, reflecting positive perceptions of employment security, regularization processes, and stable team assignments. Statistical analysis revealed that age, civil status, and length of service did not significantly influence personnel stability perceptions, suggesting that these perceptions are shaped more by organizational policies and human resource systems than by demographic factors. However, several indicators registered comparatively lower mean scores, particularly in areas related to clarity of regularization procedures and consistency of staffing arrangements. These results highlight the need for targeted organizational interventions, including improved policy communication and more predictable workforce management practices. The study concludes that while the civil aviation authority demonstrates a generally stable personnel environment, sustained attention to transparent employment processes and staffing consistency is essential to maintaining workforce stability in a safety-critical aviation context.
Keywords: Personnel stability; civil aviation authority; perceived job security; contract regularization experience; consistency of team composition