1
Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
78IL
Elevation
794 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.873, -89.484
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
794 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.8728, -89.4839
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KSQI 131656Z AUTO 34012KT 10SM FEW048 18/05 A3006 RMK AO2 SLP176 T01780050 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
340° at 12 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
17.8°C
Dewpoint
5°C
Altimeter
1018.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
FEW
Nearest weather from KSQI (14 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:56Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Illinois Valley Regional
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
37 NM away
Lake in the Hills
West · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
73 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | FLD |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 78IL.
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78IL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER (78IL) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in DIXON, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 794 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.8728°N, 89.4839°W.
Helipads
DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER, 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 DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER 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 78IL?
78IL is the ICAO identifier for DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER, a public-use airport located in DIXON, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER have?
DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER (78IL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 78IL?
The field elevation of DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER is 794 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 78IL?
No fuel types are currently listed for DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 78IL?
The current flight category at DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 78IL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER.
How do I access complete data for 78IL?
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Where is DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER located?
DIXON CORRECTIONAL CENTER (78IL) is located in DIXON, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 794 ft MSL.
Does 78IL have weather cameras?
78IL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.