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Gateway to Northern Samar, serving the Eastern Visayas region.
Location
Catarman, Philippines
Catarman National Airport (IATA: CRM, ICAO: RPVF) is a domestic airport located in Catarman, the capital of Northern Samar province in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It serves as the primary air link for the island of Samar's northern portion, connecting the province to Manila and other key Philippine cities.
The airport is operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) and handles a modest volume of passengers, primarily catering to government officials, business travelers, and residents seeking faster inter-island connectivity. Its single runway accommodates turboprop aircraft suitable for regional routes.
Catarman and the surrounding Northern Samar area are known for natural attractions and agricultural activity, and the airport plays a vital role in supporting local economic development and disaster relief operations, particularly given the region's vulnerability to typhoons.
Terminals
The airport features a single small passenger terminal building handling domestic arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Tricycles and jeepneys are the primary ground transportation options connecting the airport to Catarman town center.
Airlines here
Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines (via subsidiaries) have operated routes connecting Catarman to Manila.
Notable facts
- ›Catarman National Airport serves as the main air gateway to Northern Samar province.
- ›The airport is operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP).
- ›It primarily handles domestic turboprop aircraft due to its runway specifications.
- ›The airport supports humanitarian and disaster relief operations during typhoon season.
- ›Northern Samar is one of the Philippines' less-developed provinces, making air access especially critical.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
