1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
IL28
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
METAR KPVB 092115Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM BKN028 BKN035 29/20 A2990 RMK AO1 T02850203
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
28.5°C
Dewpoint
20.3°C
Altimeter
1012.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KPVB (21 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-09 21:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 2,996 ft | 30 ft | ASPH | NSTD |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | FOSTER FLD |
| UNICOM | 122.8 | FOSTER FLD |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for IL28.
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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.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at FOSTER FLD is MVFR (Marginal VFR — reduced visibility or ceiling). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
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 are the current weather conditions at IL28?
The current flight category at FOSTER FLD is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at IL28?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for FOSTER FLD.
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.