For information on Clark after its closure, see Clark Freeport Zone and Diosdado Macapagal International Airport.

In 1995, during the administration of former President Fidel V. Ramos, Clark International Airport was designated to be the future primary international gateway of the Philippines and the major international airport of Metro Manila and its neighboring provinces when Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Metro Manila has reached full capacity and can no longer be expanded.

Note that in February 2012 the airport was been renamed back as Clark International Airport, however, the passenger terminal will continue to bear Diosdado Macapagal’s name.

At present Naval Air Station Cubi Point has been converted into a civil airport, and is known as Subic Bay International Airport. It operates mainly as the main diversionary airport in case of difficulties with Ninoy Aquino International Airport, and for regional airline activities.