What is the tower frequency at RPLB?

The tower frequency at Subic Bay Intl is 118.2 MHz.

Does RPLB require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Subic Bay Intl (Philippines).

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Subic Bay Intl

Subic Bay Intl (RPLB/SFS) serves Subic Bay, Philippines. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (07/25). Field elevation is 64 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: RPLB
Name: Subic Bay Intl
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 14.7944
Longitude: 120.271004
Elevation: 64 ft
Country: Philippines
Municipality: Subic Bay
IATA Code: SFS
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Manila
Distance from City: 4.1 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

Designation: 07/25
Dimensions: 9003 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.200 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 134.400 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Approx PHP 200/ton MTOW
Parking Fee: PHP 150/ton per 24h
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: PHP
Remarks: Fees set by CAAP. Domestic and international rates apply.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Fuel availability varies by airport. Advance coordination recommended for remote locations.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: CIQ available at international ports. APIS submission recommended.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Variable infrastructure quality. Weather-related disruptions possible during typhoon season.

Alternates

RPLC

ICAO: RPLC
Name: Diosdado Macapagal Intl
Distance (NM): 28.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: CIQ available at international ports. APIS submission recommended.

RPLL

ICAO: RPLL
Name: Ninoy Aquino Intl
Distance (NM): 46.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at Terminals 1 (international), 2 (PAL), and 3 (international). eTravel registration required for all arriving passengers. APIS required.

Airport Services

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Philippines Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 15d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 hours minimum prior to scheduled departure
Landing Lead Time: 7 business days minimum recommended; 2-3 weeks for FAOC processing

Private / GA Operations:

Prior permission required. Private non-revenue flights also require landing permits. CAA will verify private non-revenue status if passengers are being picked up, as cabotage is strictly prohibited.

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Nearby Airports

RPUJ Castillejos - Jesus F Magsaysay Airfield 10 NM RPUF Basa Air Base 17 NM RPLC Diosdado Macapagal Intl 29 NM RPLX Corregidor Airport (Kindley Field) 31 NM RPLQ Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base 33 NM RPUX Plaridel Airport 34 NM ACFC Angeles City Flying Club 36 NM RPUI Iba Airport 36 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at RPLB?: The tower frequency at Subic Bay Intl is 118.2 MHz.
What fuel is available at RPLB?: Subic Bay Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does RPLB require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Subic Bay Intl (Philippines).

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