1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
15IA
Elevation
625 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.235, -90.407
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
625 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
42.2354, -90.4068
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Advisory only — not an official or legal weather briefing. The pilot in command is the final authority (14 CFR 91.3).
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 15IA. Showing nearest cameras.
Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums
FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3
Illinois Valley Regional
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
92 NM away
4 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 13 / 31 | 1,400 ft | 80 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- FOR CD CTC CHICAGO ARTCC AT 630-906-8921.
- EMAIL ADDRESS: BIGSHOW@IOWATELECOM.NET (ALL LOWER CASE)
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15IA Operational Overview
Location & Facility
STELLA (15IA) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in BELLVUE, Iowa, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 625 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.2354°N, 90.4068°W.
Runways
STELLA has 1 runway. The longest runway (13/31) measures 1,400 feet by 80 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
STELLA is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near STELLA, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 15IA?
15IA is the FAA location identifier for STELLA, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in BELLVUE, Iowa, United States.
How many runways does STELLA have?
STELLA (15IA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 15IA?
The field elevation of STELLA is 625 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA publishes this figure as ESTIMATED, not surveyed — use the current Chart Supplement for a survey-grade elevation.
Is fuel available at 15IA?
No fuel types are currently listed for STELLA. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 15IA?
The longest runway at STELLA is 1,400 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 15IA?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for STELLA.
Where is STELLA located?
STELLA (15IA) is located in BELLVUE, Iowa, United States, at an elevation of 625 ft MSL.
Does 15IA have weather cameras?
15IA does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.