1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
IL28
Elevation
990 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.466, -90.169
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
990 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
800 ft MSL
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
42.4664, -90.1694
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Runways
| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 18 / 36 | 2,996 ft | 30 ft | ASPH | NSTD | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | FOSTER FLDACTVT MIRL RY 18/36 - CTAF - 7 CLICKS. | - | CTAF | - |
| UNICOM | 122.8 | FOSTER FLD | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- THIS AIRPORT HAS BEEN SURVEYED BY THE NATIONAL GEODETIC SURVEY.
- PRVDD OBSTN IN RY APCH SLOPE REMOVED/LOWERED OR THR DSPLCD & MKD TO PRVD MIN 20:1 APCH CLNC OVER OBSTN; AREA 125 FT EITHER SIDE OF RY CL CLEAR OF OBSTN; APPROP RY SAFETY AREAS PROVDD.
- BEACON OTS INDEFLY.
- SNW REMOVAL UNAVBL. CALL FOR RWY COND AT 815 541-9751.
- PERMISSION REQUIRED PRIOR TO LANDING.
- FOR CD CTC CHICAGO ARTCC AT 630-906-8921.
- UNLIT 40 FT AGL POWERLINE 1140 FT NORTH OF RWY 18 DTHR.
- ACTVT MIRL RY 18/36 - CTAF - 7 CLICKS.
- NSTD MIRL; NON-FRANGIBLE; SPACING & INTST.
- 20 FT+ BRUSH & TREES 80 FT L&R 0 FT ON FENCE LINE.
- DSPLCD THLDS RYS 18 & 36 NSTD WHITE STRIPE & NRS - NO ARROWS.
- RWY 18 SLOPE IS 201 TO DISP THRS .
- RY 36 SLOPE IS 42:1 TO DISP THRS.
- 20 FT TURF SHOULDERS.
Nearby airports & facilities
IL28
FOSTER FLD
APPLE RIVER — <1 nm
22IL
Heller Airport
Galena — 11 nm
22IL
HORSESHOE MOUND
GALENA — 11 nm
IS37
Stockton Airport
Stockton — 12 nm
72WI
MHLC Heliport
Darlington — 12 nm
24IS
Stauss Hospital - Galena Heliport
Galena — 12 nm
4LL3
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Stockton — 13 nm
13IL
MIDWEST MEDICAL CENTER
GALENA — 13 nm
13IL
MIDWEST MEDICAL CENTER
GALENA — 13 nm
84IL
BUD PIERCE MEML
STOCKTON — 13 nm
84IL
BUD PIERCE MEML
STOCKTON — 13 nm
3IS4
MERKLE
HANOVER — 13 nm
Nearest airports
- IL28 — FOSTER FLD
APPLE RIVER
- 22IL — Heller Airport
Galena
- 22IL — HORSESHOE MOUND
GALENA
- IS37 — Stockton Airport
Stockton
- 72WI — MHLC Heliport
Darlington
Illinois airports
IL28 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FOSTER FLD (IL28) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in APPLE RIVER, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 990 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.4664°N, 90.1694°W.
Runways
FOSTER FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,996 feet by 30 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
FOSTER FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IL28?
IL28 is the ICAO identifier for FOSTER FLD, a public-use airport located in APPLE RIVER, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does FOSTER FLD have?
FOSTER FLD (IL28) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of IL28?
The field elevation of FOSTER FLD is 990 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at IL28?
No fuel types are currently listed for FOSTER FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at IL28?
The longest runway at FOSTER FLD is 2,996 feet long.
How do I access complete data for IL28?
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Where is FOSTER FLD located?
FOSTER FLD (IL28) is located in APPLE RIVER, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 990 ft MSL.