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Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
8IS1
FAA
8IS1
Elevation
615 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
39.308, -89.993
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
615 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Coordinates
39.3083, -89.9929
Current Weather
METAR K3LF 131735Z AUTO 32014G20KT 10SM SCT060 19/07 A3006 RMK AO2 T01910065
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
320° at 14 kt G20
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
19.1°C
Dewpoint
6.5°C
Altimeter
1018.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from K3LF (21 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:35Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 3,200 ft | 80 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 8IS1.
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8IS1 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Nelson Airport (8IS1) is a airport located in Carlinville, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 615 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 39.3083°N, 89.9929°W.
Runways
Nelson Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (09/27) measures 3,200 feet by 80 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
Nelson Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at Nelson Airport 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 8IS1?
8IS1 is the ICAO identifier for Nelson Airport, a public-use airport located in Carlinville, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does Nelson Airport have?
Nelson Airport (8IS1) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8IS1?
The field elevation of Nelson Airport is 615 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 8IS1?
No fuel types are currently listed for Nelson Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 8IS1?
The current flight category at Nelson Airport is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 8IS1?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for Nelson Airport.
How do I access complete data for 8IS1?
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Where is Nelson Airport located?
Nelson Airport (8IS1) is located in Carlinville, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 615 ft MSL.