1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
IA42
Elevation
982 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.314, -92.412
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
982 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
42.3137, -92.4117
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KALO 131554Z AUTO 34019G26KT 10SM CLR 17/03 A3013 RMK AO2 PK WND 02027/1530 SLP200 T01720028
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
340° at 19 kt G26
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
17.2°C
Dewpoint
2.8°C
Altimeter
1020.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KALO (15 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 15:54Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 2,812 ft | 50 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for IA42.
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IA42 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP (IA42) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in HUDSON, Iowa, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 982 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.3137°N, 92.4117°W.
Runways
RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP has 1 runway. The longest runway (09/27) measures 2,812 feet by 50 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IA42?
IA42 is the ICAO identifier for RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP, a public-use airport located in HUDSON, Iowa, United States.
How many runways does RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP have?
RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP (IA42) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of IA42?
The field elevation of RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP is 982 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at IA42?
No fuel types are currently listed for RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at IA42?
The current flight category at RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at IA42?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP.
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Where is RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP located?
RITEL COPTER AIRSTRIP (IA42) is located in HUDSON, Iowa, United States, at an elevation of 982 ft MSL.