1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
56LL
Elevation
810 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.755, -88.771
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
810 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.8 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.7550, -88.7712
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 56LL. 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
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North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
33 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 18 / 36 | 3,200 ft | 100 ft | TURF | LOW | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 122.8 | WADE | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- FOR CD CTC CHICAGO APCH AT 847-289-0926.
- ACTVT LIRL 18/36 - 122.8.
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56LL
Wade Airport
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0IL9
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0IL9
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0LL6
GORD
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0LL6
GORD
SANDWICH — 8 nm
08IL
MARSHALL FARMS
CORTLAND — 8 nm
08IL
MARSHALL FARMS
CORTLAND — 8 nm
0LL7
VALLEY WEST HOSPITAL
SANDWICH — 9 nm
0LL7
VALLEY WEST HOSPITAL
SANDWICH — 9 nm
Nearest airports
- 56LL — Wade Airport
Waterman
- 0C2 — HINCKLEY
HINCKLEY
- K0C2 — HINCKLEY
HINCKLEY
- 2LL9 — George Airport
Somonauk
- 0IL9 — Jack W Watson Airport
DeKalb
Illinois airports
56LL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
WADE (56LL) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in WATERMAN, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 810 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.7550°N, 88.7712°W.
Runways
WADE has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 3,200 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
WADE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near WADE, 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 56LL?
56LL is the FAA location identifier for WADE, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in WATERMAN, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does WADE have?
WADE (56LL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 56LL?
The field elevation of WADE is 810 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 56LL?
No fuel types are currently listed for WADE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 56LL?
The longest runway at WADE is 3,200 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 56LL?
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Where is WADE located?
WADE (56LL) is located in WATERMAN, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 810 ft MSL.
Does 56LL have weather cameras?
56LL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.