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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
7IL9
Elevation
621 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.481, -88.705
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
621 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.4815, -88.7051
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KC09 220002Z AUTO 08009G14KT 10SM SCT080 16/06 A3017 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
80° at 9 kt G14
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
16°C
Dewpoint
6°C
Altimeter
1021.80 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KC09 (18 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 00:02Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 7IL9. Showing nearest cameras.
Illinois Valley Regional
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
28 NM away
Lake in the Hills
West · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
49 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 2,170 ft | 100 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 7IL9.
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7IL9 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FRIENDS FLD (7IL9) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in SERENA, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 621 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.4815°N, 88.7051°W.
Runways
FRIENDS FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,170 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
FRIENDS FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near FRIENDS FLD, 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 FRIENDS FLD 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 7IL9?
7IL9 is the ICAO identifier for FRIENDS FLD, a public-use airport located in SERENA, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does FRIENDS FLD have?
FRIENDS FLD (7IL9) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 7IL9?
The field elevation of FRIENDS FLD is 621 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 7IL9?
No fuel types are currently listed for FRIENDS FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 7IL9?
The current flight category at FRIENDS FLD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 7IL9?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for FRIENDS FLD.
How do I access complete data for 7IL9?
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Where is FRIENDS FLD located?
FRIENDS FLD (7IL9) is located in SERENA, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 621 ft MSL.
Does 7IL9 have weather cameras?
7IL9 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.