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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
3IS4
Elevation
970 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.289, -90.345
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
970 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
42.2889, -90.3454
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KSFY 131815Z AUTO 36016G22KT 10SM SCT050 18/03 A3007 RMK AO2 T01830034
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
360° at 16 kt G22
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
18.3°C
Dewpoint
3.4°C
Altimeter
1018.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KSFY (20 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:15Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Illinois Valley Regional
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
91 NM away
4 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 2,900 ft | 100 ft | TURF | LOW |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 3IS4.
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3IS4 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MERKLE (3IS4) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in HANOVER, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 970 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.2889°N, 90.3454°W.
Runways
MERKLE has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,900 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
MERKLE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near MERKLE, 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 MERKLE 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 3IS4?
3IS4 is the ICAO identifier for MERKLE, a public-use airport located in HANOVER, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does MERKLE have?
MERKLE (3IS4) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 3IS4?
The field elevation of MERKLE is 970 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 3IS4?
No fuel types are currently listed for MERKLE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 3IS4?
The current flight category at MERKLE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 3IS4?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for MERKLE.
How do I access complete data for 3IS4?
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Where is MERKLE located?
MERKLE (3IS4) is located in HANOVER, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 970 ft MSL.
Does 3IS4 have weather cameras?
3IS4 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.