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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
IL78
Elevation
660 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.131, -87.792
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
660 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.1311, -87.7922
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KIKK 061255Z AUTO 06003KT 10SM CLR 08/01 A2995 RMK AO2 T00830006
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
60° at 3 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
8.3°C
Dewpoint
0.6°C
Altimeter
1014.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KIKK (5 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-06 12:55Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Illinois Valley Regional
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
83 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 2,000 ft | 105 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for IL78.
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IL78 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BENOIT (IL78) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in KANKAKEE, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 660 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.1311°N, 87.7922°W.
Runways
BENOIT has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,000 feet by 105 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BENOIT is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near BENOIT, 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 BENOIT 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 IL78?
IL78 is the ICAO identifier for BENOIT, a public-use airport located in KANKAKEE, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does BENOIT have?
BENOIT (IL78) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of IL78?
The field elevation of BENOIT is 660 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at IL78?
No fuel types are currently listed for BENOIT. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at IL78?
The current flight category at BENOIT is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at IL78?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BENOIT.
How do I access complete data for IL78?
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Where is BENOIT located?
BENOIT (IL78) is located in KANKAKEE, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 660 ft MSL.
Does IL78 have weather cameras?
IL78 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.