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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
50IS
Elevation
870 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.295, -89.638
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
870 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
42.2948, -89.6379
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KFEP 212055Z AUTO 06013G19KT 10SM CLR 17/07 A3025 RMK AO2 T01730067
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
60° at 13 kt G19
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
17.3°C
Dewpoint
6.7°C
Altimeter
1024.50 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KFEP (4 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-21 20:55Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Illinois Valley Regional
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
64 NM away
Lake in the Hills
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
79 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 35 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 50IS.
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50IS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FHN MEML HOSPITAL (50IS) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in FREEPORT, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 870 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.2948°N, 89.6379°W.
Helipads
FHN MEML HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 35 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
FHN MEML HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near FHN MEML 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 FHN MEML 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 50IS?
50IS is the ICAO identifier for FHN MEML HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in FREEPORT, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does FHN MEML HOSPITAL have?
FHN MEML HOSPITAL (50IS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 50IS?
The field elevation of FHN MEML HOSPITAL is 870 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 50IS?
No fuel types are currently listed for FHN MEML HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 50IS?
The current flight category at FHN MEML HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 50IS?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for FHN MEML HOSPITAL.
How do I access complete data for 50IS?
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Where is FHN MEML HOSPITAL located?
FHN MEML HOSPITAL (50IS) is located in FREEPORT, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 870 ft MSL.
Does 50IS have weather cameras?
50IS does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.