1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
09IS
Elevation
874 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.266, -89.074
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
874 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
42.2659, -89.0736
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KRFD 221254Z 07006KT 10SM OVC055 12/06 A3015 RMK AO2 SLP211 T01220056
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
70° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
12.2°C
Dewpoint
5.6°C
Altimeter
1021.10 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KRFD (4 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 12:54Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 09IS. Showing nearest cameras.
Lake in the Hills
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
46 NM away
Illinois Valley Regional
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
55 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 39 ft | 31 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 09IS.
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09IS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SWEDISH AMERICAN (09IS) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in ROCKFORD, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 874 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.2659°N, 89.0736°W.
Helipads
SWEDISH AMERICAN has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 39 feet by 31 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
SWEDISH AMERICAN is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SWEDISH AMERICAN, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at SWEDISH AMERICAN is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 09IS?
09IS is the ICAO identifier for SWEDISH AMERICAN, a public-use airport located in ROCKFORD, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does SWEDISH AMERICAN have?
SWEDISH AMERICAN (09IS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 09IS?
The field elevation of SWEDISH AMERICAN is 874 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 09IS?
No fuel types are currently listed for SWEDISH AMERICAN. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 09IS?
The current flight category at SWEDISH AMERICAN is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 09IS?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SWEDISH AMERICAN.
How do I access complete data for 09IS?
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Where is SWEDISH AMERICAN located?
SWEDISH AMERICAN (09IS) is located in ROCKFORD, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 874 ft MSL.
Does 09IS have weather cameras?
09IS does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.