1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
59IL
Elevation
852 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.926, -88.647
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
852 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.9260, -88.6468
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 59IL. 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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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 09 / 27 | 2,200 ft | 70 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- AREA 125 FT EITHER SIDE OF CNTRLN & 200 FT OFF RY ENDS CLEAR OF ANY OBSTN; OBSTN IN RY APCH SLOPE REMOVED/LOWERED OR RY THR DSPLCD & MKD TO PRVD MIN 20:1 APCH CLNC OVER OBSTN; RGT TFC RY 09 ARRIVING & DEPARTING TFC MONITOR & TRANSMIT POSITION INFO ON DEKALB ARPT CTAF.
- OWNER DESIRES CHARTING.
- FOR CD CTC CHICAGO APCH AT 847-289-0926.
Nearby airports & facilities
59IL
Ruder Airport
Maple Park — <1 nm
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DE KALB TAYLOR MUNI
DE KALB — 3 nm
0IL6
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DE KALB — 4 nm
0IL6
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE
DE KALB — 4 nm
08IL
MARSHALL FARMS
CORTLAND — 4 nm
08IL
MARSHALL FARMS
CORTLAND — 4 nm
4LL7
WILLADAE FARMS
SYCAMORE — 5 nm
4LL7
WILLADAE FARMS
SYCAMORE — 5 nm
4LL8
COLONIAL ACRES
SYCAMORE — 5 nm
4LL8
COLONIAL ACRES
SYCAMORE — 5 nm
IS76
Sycamore Fire Department Heliport
Sycamore — 5 nm
IL85
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KANEVILLE — 6 nm
Nearest airports
- 59IL — Ruder Airport
Maple Park
- KDKB — DE KALB TAYLOR MUNI
DE KALB
- 0IL6 — NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE
DE KALB
- 0IL6 — NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE
DE KALB
- 08IL — MARSHALL FARMS
CORTLAND
Illinois airports
59IL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
RUDER (59IL) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in MAPLE PARK, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 852 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.9260°N, 88.6468°W.
Runways
RUDER has 1 runway. The longest runway (09/27) measures 2,200 feet by 70 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
RUDER is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near RUDER, 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 59IL?
59IL is the FAA location identifier for RUDER, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in MAPLE PARK, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does RUDER have?
RUDER (59IL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 59IL?
The field elevation of RUDER is 852 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 59IL?
No fuel types are currently listed for RUDER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 59IL?
The longest runway at RUDER is 2,200 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 59IL?
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Where is RUDER located?
RUDER (59IL) is located in MAPLE PARK, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 852 ft MSL.
Does 59IL have weather cameras?
59IL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.