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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
52IS
Elevation
509 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.387, -88.266
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
509 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.3871, -88.2659
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KC09 211722Z AUTO 07008G19KT 10SM SCT035 18/08 A3025 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
70° at 8 kt G19
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
18°C
Dewpoint
8°C
Altimeter
1024.50 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KC09 (9 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-21 17:22Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 52IS. Showing nearest cameras.
Lake in the Hills
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
49 NM away
Illinois Valley Regional
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
53 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 60 ft | 40 ft | CONC | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 52IS.
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52IS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
DRESDEN POWER STATION (52IS) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in MINOOKA, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 509 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.3871°N, 88.2659°W.
Helipads
DRESDEN POWER STATION has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 60 feet by 40 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
DRESDEN POWER STATION is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near DRESDEN POWER STATION, 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 DRESDEN POWER STATION 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 52IS?
52IS is the ICAO identifier for DRESDEN POWER STATION, a public-use airport located in MINOOKA, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does DRESDEN POWER STATION have?
DRESDEN POWER STATION (52IS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 52IS?
The field elevation of DRESDEN POWER STATION is 509 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 52IS?
No fuel types are currently listed for DRESDEN POWER STATION. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 52IS?
The current flight category at DRESDEN POWER STATION is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 52IS?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for DRESDEN POWER STATION.
How do I access complete data for 52IS?
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Where is DRESDEN POWER STATION located?
DRESDEN POWER STATION (52IS) is located in MINOOKA, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 509 ft MSL.
Does 52IS have weather cameras?
52IS does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.