1
Runway
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Frequency
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
56LL
Elevation
810 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.755, -88.771
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
810 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.7550, -88.7712
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KDKB 092135Z AUTO 30007KT 10SM CLR 29/23 A2988 RMK AO2 T02870230
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
300° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
28.7°C
Dewpoint
23°C
Altimeter
1011.90 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KDKB (11 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-09 21:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Illinois Valley Regional
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
33 NM away
Lake in the Hills
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
38 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 3,200 ft | 100 ft | TURF | LOW |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 122.8 | WADE |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 56LL.
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56LL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
WADE (56LL) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in WATERMAN, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 810 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.7550°N, 88.7712°W.
Runways
WADE has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 3,200 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
WADE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near WADE, 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 WADE 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 56LL?
56LL is the ICAO identifier for WADE, a public-use airport located in WATERMAN, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does WADE have?
WADE (56LL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 56LL?
The field elevation of WADE is 810 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 56LL?
No fuel types are currently listed for WADE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 56LL?
The current flight category at WADE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 56LL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for WADE.
How do I access complete data for 56LL?
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Where is WADE located?
WADE (56LL) is located in WATERMAN, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 810 ft MSL.
Does 56LL have weather cameras?
56LL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.