Subic Bay International Airport / Naval Air Station Cubi Point

RPLB / SFS

Olongapo, PH

Last Updated
Jun 10, 23:00Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
4 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
30,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
343 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RPLB 102300Z 05004KT 9999 FEW020 BKN300 27/25 Q1013 NOSIG RMK A2991

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 64 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 30,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,064 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
30,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
30,064 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Subic Bay International Airport / Naval Air Station Cubi Point is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 30,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 30000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
343 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
341 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (64 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,172 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,627 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RPLB 101700Z 1018/1118 22003KT 9999 FEW020 SCT080 TX31/1006Z TN26/0921Z TEMPO 1018/1024 12007KT SCT020 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PLB
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
9,003 ft 148 ft ASP 67°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RPLB

6,354 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.5%
MVFR
7.7%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0.1%

Subic Bay International Airport / Naval Air Station Cubi Point enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 38°C with an average of 27.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.6%
NE
37.7%
E
34.9%
SE
1.5%
S
4.4%
SW
9.4%
W
1.2%
NW
1.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.7°C
Range: 19°C to 38°C
19°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

January March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,354 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Subic Bay International Airport / Naval Air Station Cubi Point - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RPLB
IATA Code: SFS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 64 ft MSL

Location

City: Olongapo
Country: PH
Latitude: 14.794400°
Longitude: 120.271004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 9,003 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Subic Bay International Airport / Naval Air Station Cubi Point

Subic Bay International Airport / Naval Air Station Cubi Point is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the PH AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Subic Bay International Airport, located in Olongapo, Philippines, is a medium-sized airport with a significant maritime and aviation history. Originally a U.S. Naval Air Station, the airport now serves civilian and commercial aviation needs in the Subic Bay region. Its single runway 07/25 provides a substantial 9,003-foot asphalt surface suitable for a wide range of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 91.6% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Wind patterns are consistently from the northeast at an average of 6.9 knots, with maximum gusts up to 35 knots. Temperature ranges from 21°C to 34°C, with an average of 27.1°C, creating stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

Situated at 64 feet mean sea level, the airport benefits from relatively flat terrain and minimal elevation challenges. The location near Subic Bay provides unique geographic positioning, with potential maritime weather influences. Pilots should note the consistently favorable wind conditions, with runway 07/25 experiencing 100% wind alignment and minimal average crosswind of 2.1 knots.

Approach Considerations

January, December, and October represent the best months for VFR flying, offering the most stable weather conditions. The runway's length and orientation make it adaptable to most wind conditions, with the prevailing northeast winds providing excellent natural alignment. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, ensuring excellent approach and landing visibility throughout the year.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.