1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
53IS
Elevation
445 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
38.009, -88.919
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
445 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
KANSAS CITY
Coordinates
38.0094, -88.9186
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KMVN 212356Z AUTO 05007KT 10SM OVC049 19/14 A3006 RMK AO2 SLPNO 6//// T01890144 10189 20178 57012 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
50° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
18.9°C
Dewpoint
14.4°C
Altimeter
1018.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KMVN (19 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-21 23:56Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 53IS.
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53IS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FRANKLIN HOSPITAL (53IS) is a publicly owned heliport restricted to private use located in BENTON, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 445 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.0094°N, 88.9186°W.
Helipads
FRANKLIN HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
FRANKLIN HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at FRANKLIN 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 53IS?
53IS is the ICAO identifier for FRANKLIN HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in BENTON, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does FRANKLIN HOSPITAL have?
FRANKLIN HOSPITAL (53IS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 53IS?
The field elevation of FRANKLIN HOSPITAL is 445 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 53IS?
No fuel types are currently listed for FRANKLIN HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 53IS?
The current flight category at FRANKLIN HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 53IS?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for FRANKLIN HOSPITAL.
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Where is FRANKLIN HOSPITAL located?
FRANKLIN HOSPITAL (53IS) is located in BENTON, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 445 ft MSL.