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Procedures
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Quick Facts
FAA
28IL
Elevation
915 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.218, -88.285
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
915 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
42.2182, -88.2848
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KORD 131851Z 07010KT 10SM BKN055 12/03 A3002 RMK AO2 SLP167 T01170028 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
70° at 10 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
11.7°C
Dewpoint
2.8°C
Altimeter
1016.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KORD (27 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:51Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Lake in the Hills
West · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
2 NM away
Illinois Valley Regional
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
73 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 50 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 28IL.
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28IL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL (28IL) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in CRYSTAL LAKE, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 915 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.2182°N, 88.2848°W.
Helipads
MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 50 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL, 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 MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL 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 28IL?
28IL is the ICAO identifier for MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in CRYSTAL LAKE, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL have?
MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL (28IL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 28IL?
The field elevation of MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL is 915 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 28IL?
No fuel types are currently listed for MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 28IL?
The current flight category at MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 28IL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL.
How do I access complete data for 28IL?
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Where is MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL located?
MERCYHEALTH CRYSTAL LAKE HOSPITAL (28IL) is located in CRYSTAL LAKE, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 915 ft MSL.
Does 28IL have weather cameras?
28IL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.