1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
4IL9
Elevation
745 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
40.828, -89.121
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
745 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
40.8275, -89.1208
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 4IL9. 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
32 NM away
4 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 18 / 36 | 2,280 ft | 140 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- PRVDD CLEAR 20:1 APCHS.
- 265 FT TWR 800 FT SSE OF ARPT AND 393 FT 1/2 NM SW OF ARPT.
- FOR CD CTC CHICAGO ARTCC AT 630-906-8921.
- DSPLCD THLDS RYS 18 & 36 ARE MARKED WITH TIRES PAINTED WHITE.
Nearby airports & facilities
4IL9
Unzicker Airport
Benson — <1 nm
9IL3
QUIRAM
BENSON — 3 nm
9IL3
QUIRAM
BENSON — 3 nm
3IL7
KOEHLER
BENSON — 4 nm
3IL7
KOEHLER
BENSON — 4 nm
83IL
OLTMAN-SHUCK
MINONK — 4 nm
83IL
OLTMAN-SHUCK
MINONK — 4 nm
4IS6
HATTAN FARMS
MINONK — 6 nm
4IS6
Hattan Farms Airport
Minonk — 6 nm
1IL0
BARNSTORM FLD
EL PASO — 6 nm
1IL0
BARNSTORM FLD
EL PASO — 6 nm
74IL
CORN ALLEY 2
EL PASO — 6 nm
Nearest airports
- 4IL9 — Unzicker Airport
Benson
- 9IL3 — QUIRAM
BENSON
- 9IL3 — QUIRAM
BENSON
- 3IL7 — KOEHLER
BENSON
- 3IL7 — KOEHLER
BENSON
Illinois airports
4IL9 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
UNZICKER (4IL9) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in BENSON, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 745 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 40.8275°N, 89.1208°W.
Runways
UNZICKER has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,280 feet by 140 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
UNZICKER is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near UNZICKER, 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 4IL9?
4IL9 is the FAA location identifier for UNZICKER, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in BENSON, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does UNZICKER have?
UNZICKER (4IL9) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 4IL9?
The field elevation of UNZICKER is 745 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA does not publish how this figure was determined; it may be estimated rather than surveyed.
Is fuel available at 4IL9?
No fuel types are currently listed for UNZICKER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 4IL9?
The longest runway at UNZICKER is 2,280 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 4IL9?
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Where is UNZICKER located?
UNZICKER (4IL9) is located in BENSON, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 745 ft MSL.
Does 4IL9 have weather cameras?
4IL9 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.