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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
56IL
Elevation
967 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.462, -88.875
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
967 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
42.4621, -88.8751
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KJVL 220535Z AUTO 08008KT 10SM CLR 09/02 A3020 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
80° at 8 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
9°C
Dewpoint
2°C
Altimeter
1022.80 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KJVL (14 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 05:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Lake in the Hills
NorthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
37 NM away
4 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 2,200 ft | 70 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 56IL.
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56IL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
LEE CREEK (56IL) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in CALEDONIA, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 967 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.4621°N, 88.8751°W.
Runways
LEE CREEK has 1 runway. The longest runway (09/27) measures 2,200 feet by 70 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
LEE CREEK is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near LEE CREEK, 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 LEE CREEK 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 56IL?
56IL is the ICAO identifier for LEE CREEK, a public-use airport located in CALEDONIA, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does LEE CREEK have?
LEE CREEK (56IL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 56IL?
The field elevation of LEE CREEK is 967 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 56IL?
No fuel types are currently listed for LEE CREEK. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 56IL?
The current flight category at LEE CREEK is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 56IL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for LEE CREEK.
How do I access complete data for 56IL?
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Where is LEE CREEK located?
LEE CREEK (56IL) is located in CALEDONIA, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 967 ft MSL.
Does 56IL have weather cameras?
56IL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.