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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
87IL
FAA
87IL
Elevation
580 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.517, -88.267
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
580 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.5167, -88.2667
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KLOT 280355Z AUTO 05006KT 10SM BKN036 OVC041 21/17 A2996 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
50° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
21°C
Dewpoint
17°C
Altimeter
1014.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KLOT (12 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-28 03:55Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 87IL. Showing nearest cameras.
Lake in the Hills
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
41 NM away
Illinois Valley Regional
SouthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
54 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/S | 1,800 ft | 100 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 87IL.
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87IL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BUSHBY (87IL) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in MINOOKA, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 580 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.5167°N, 88.2667°W.
Runways
BUSHBY has 1 runway. The longest runway (N/S) measures 1,800 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BUSHBY is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BUSHBY, 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 BUSHBY 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 87IL?
87IL is the ICAO identifier for BUSHBY, a public-use airport located in MINOOKA, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does BUSHBY have?
BUSHBY (87IL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 87IL?
The field elevation of BUSHBY is 580 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 87IL?
No fuel types are currently listed for BUSHBY. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 87IL?
The current flight category at BUSHBY is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 87IL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BUSHBY.
How do I access complete data for 87IL?
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Where is BUSHBY located?
BUSHBY (87IL) is located in MINOOKA, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 580 ft MSL.
Does 87IL have weather cameras?
87IL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.