1
Runway
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Frequency
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
43IL
Elevation
590 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
A
Coordinates
41.862, -87.670
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
590 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
A
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.8621, -87.6703
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KMDW 221253Z 07012KT 10SM OVC041 12/06 A3015 RMK AO2 SLP211 T01220061
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
70° at 12 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
12.2°C
Dewpoint
6.1°C
Altimeter
1021.10 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KMDW (7 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 12:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Lake in the Hills
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
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East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
94 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 78 ft | 78 ft | CONC | PERI |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 123.05 | VERTIPORT CHICAGO |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 43IL.
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43IL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
VERTIPORT CHICAGO (43IL) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 590 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.8621°N, 87.6703°W.
Helipads
VERTIPORT CHICAGO has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 78 feet by 78 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
VERTIPORT CHICAGO is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
VERTIPORT CHICAGO offers A fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near VERTIPORT CHICAGO, 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 VERTIPORT CHICAGO 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 43IL?
43IL is the ICAO identifier for VERTIPORT CHICAGO, a public-use airport located in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does VERTIPORT CHICAGO have?
VERTIPORT CHICAGO (43IL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 43IL?
The field elevation of VERTIPORT CHICAGO is 590 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 43IL?
Yes, VERTIPORT CHICAGO offers A fuel.
What are the current weather conditions at 43IL?
The current flight category at VERTIPORT CHICAGO is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 43IL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for VERTIPORT CHICAGO.
How do I access complete data for 43IL?
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Where is VERTIPORT CHICAGO located?
VERTIPORT CHICAGO (43IL) is located in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 590 ft MSL.
Does 43IL have weather cameras?
43IL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.