Philippine State College of Aeronautics | Philippines
Dr. Arthur C. Dela Peña is an Associate Professor at the Philippine State College of Aeronautics with over two decades of academic and research experience in aviation education, specializing in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering and Aeronautics Management. A licensed Aircraft Maintenance Technician, he has held key leadership roles, including Quality Manager and Program Coordinator, where he led quality assurance initiatives, curriculum development, and academic-industry collaborations. His expertise spans aviation safety, sustainability, emerging technologies, and human factors in maintenance. Dr. Dela Peña has actively supervised numerous undergraduate theses and dissertations, served on research panels, and consistently contributed to national and international conferences. He has authored 21 peer-reviewed and Scopus-indexed publications, covering diverse topics such as blockchain-enabled MRO, predictive maintenance, virtual reality in training, and electric propulsion systems. His research works have collectively garnered 4 citation, reflecting his growing influence in the aviation research community. With an h-index of 1, he demonstrates consistent scholarly impact. He is an active member of professional bodies including the Visionary Research Association and the Philippine Institute of 21st Century Educators. His dedication to innovation, quality education, and aviation research continues to shape future-ready aviation professionals in the Philippines.
Featured Publications
“A multi-framework case study on advancing outcome-based education in Aircraft Maintenance Technology”.
“Toward sustainable aviation: An integrated assessment of SAF feasibility and readiness in Philippine airlines”.
“Adoption Readiness and Feasibility of Electric Aircraft for Regional Mobility: A TOE–DOI Model Study in the Philippine Aviation Sector”..
“Evaluating Drone-Based Inspections in Philippine General Aviation: A Study on Feasibility and Readiness”.
“Digital learning platforms in aircraft maintenance technology: Evaluating the effectiveness of gamified learning approaches”.