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Frequencies
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Procedures
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Quick Facts
FAA
9IL4
Elevation
790 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.807, -89.048
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
790 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.8072, -89.0481
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KDKB 220315Z AUTO 06007KT 10SM SCT075 11/03 A3021 RMK AO2 T01060032
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
60° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
10.6°C
Dewpoint
3.2°C
Altimeter
1023.10 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KDKB (22 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 03:15Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Illinois Valley Regional
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
28 NM away
Lake in the Hills
West · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
50 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 1,385 ft | 100 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 9IL4.
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9IL4 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
HEP CATS (9IL4) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in STEWARD, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 790 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.8072°N, 89.0481°W.
Runways
HEP CATS has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 1,385 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
HEP CATS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near HEP CATS, 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 HEP CATS 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 9IL4?
9IL4 is the ICAO identifier for HEP CATS, a public-use airport located in STEWARD, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does HEP CATS have?
HEP CATS (9IL4) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 9IL4?
The field elevation of HEP CATS is 790 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 9IL4?
No fuel types are currently listed for HEP CATS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 9IL4?
The current flight category at HEP CATS is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 9IL4?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for HEP CATS.
How do I access complete data for 9IL4?
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Where is HEP CATS located?
HEP CATS (9IL4) is located in STEWARD, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 790 ft MSL.
Does 9IL4 have weather cameras?
9IL4 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.