Subic Bay Intl (RPLB/SFS) — Subic Bay, Philippines
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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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
- 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.
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Philippines Permit Requirements
- 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
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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Explore HistoryFrequently 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).
- Where is RPLB located?
- Subic Bay Intl (RPLB) is located in Subic Bay, Philippines.
- What is the IATA code for RPLB?
- The IATA code for Subic Bay Intl is SFS.
- How long is the runway at RPLB?
- The main runway at Subic Bay Intl (07/25) measures 9003 X 148.
- Is RPLB a port of entry?
- Yes, Subic Bay Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.