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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
1IS8
FAA
1IS8
Elevation
799 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.862, -89.221
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
799 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Coordinates
41.8625, -89.2212
Current Weather
METAR KRFD 131454Z 33017G25KT 10SM SCT038 14/03 A3003 RMK AO2 PK WND 34027/1423 SLP166 T01440033 51019
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
330° at 17 kt G25
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
14.4°C
Dewpoint
3.3°C
Altimeter
1017.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KRFD (21 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 14:54Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 1IS8. Showing nearest cameras.
Illinois Valley Regional
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
31 NM away
Lake in the Hills
SouthWest · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
58 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 50 ft | GRASS / SOD | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 1IS8.
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1IS8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Sword's Heliport (1IS8) is a heliport located in Ashton, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 799 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.8625°N, 89.2212°W.
Helipads
Sword's Heliport has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 50 feet with a grass / sod surface.
Communications & Operations
Sword's Heliport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Sword's Heliport, 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 Sword's Heliport 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 1IS8?
1IS8 is the ICAO identifier for Sword's Heliport, a public-use airport located in Ashton, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does Sword's Heliport have?
Sword's Heliport (1IS8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 1IS8?
The field elevation of Sword's Heliport is 799 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 1IS8?
No fuel types are currently listed for Sword's Heliport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 1IS8?
The current flight category at Sword's Heliport is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 1IS8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for Sword's Heliport.
How do I access complete data for 1IS8?
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Where is Sword's Heliport located?
Sword's Heliport (1IS8) is located in Ashton, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 799 ft MSL.
Does 1IS8 have weather cameras?
1IS8 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.