1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
IL78
Elevation
660 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.131, -87.792
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
660 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.1311, -87.7922
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 IL78. 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
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83 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 18 / 36 | 2,000 ft | 105 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- PRVDD OBSTNS IN RY APCH SLOPE SFC BE REMOVED OR LOWERED; OTHERWISE RY THR DSPLCD & MKD TO PRVD MINIMUM 20:1 APCH SFC CLNC OVER OBSTNS; AREA 125' EITHER SIDE OF RY CNTRLN CLEAR OF OBSTNS; LTR OF AGREEMENT WITH BENOIT & MC CLURE ARPTS TO THE EFFECT THAT MC CLURE TFC PATTERNS BE WEST OF N/S RY.
- PERSONAL USE.
- TOWERS 1.5 MI NE.
- FOR CD CTC CHICAGO ARTCC AT 630-906-8921.
Nearby airports & facilities
IL78
BENOIT
KANKAKEE — <1 nm
11IL
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KANKAKEE — 4 nm
11IL
ST MARY'S HOSPITAL
KANKAKEE — 4 nm
10IL
RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTER
KANKAKEE — 4 nm
10IL
Riverside Medical Center Heliport
Kankakee — 4 nm
KIKK
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KANKAKEE — 4 nm
LL24
Sunset Acres Airport
Saint George — 4 nm
3KK
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KANKAKEE — 6 nm
3KK
KANKAKEE
KANKAKEE — 6 nm
58IL
Spangler Airport
Manteno — 7 nm
19LL
NEINER
MANTENO — 9 nm
19LL
NEINER
MANTENO — 9 nm
Nearest airports
- IL78 — BENOIT
KANKAKEE
- 11IL — ST MARY'S HOSPITAL
KANKAKEE
- 11IL — ST MARY'S HOSPITAL
KANKAKEE
- 10IL — RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTER
KANKAKEE
- 10IL — Riverside Medical Center Heliport
Kankakee
Illinois airports
IL78 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BENOIT (IL78) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in KANKAKEE, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 660 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.1311°N, 87.7922°W.
Runways
BENOIT has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,000 feet by 105 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BENOIT is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near BENOIT, 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 IL78?
IL78 is the FAA location identifier for BENOIT, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in KANKAKEE, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does BENOIT have?
BENOIT (IL78) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of IL78?
The field elevation of BENOIT is 660 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 IL78?
No fuel types are currently listed for BENOIT. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at IL78?
The longest runway at BENOIT is 2,000 feet long.
How do I access complete data for IL78?
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Where is BENOIT located?
BENOIT (IL78) is located in KANKAKEE, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 660 ft MSL.
Does IL78 have weather cameras?
IL78 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.