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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
IN79
Elevation
588 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.599, -87.359
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
588 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
41.5988, -87.3586
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KIGQ 131835Z AUTO 05010G16KT 10SM CLR 10/04 A3004 RMK AO2 T01040037
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
50° at 10 kt G16
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
10.4°C
Dewpoint
3.7°C
Altimeter
1017.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KIGQ (11 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for IN79.
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IN79 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE (IN79) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in GARY, Indiana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 588 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.5988°N, 87.3586°W.
Helipads
METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE, 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.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE 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 IN79?
IN79 is the ICAO identifier for METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE, a public-use airport located in GARY, Indiana, United States.
How many runways does METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE have?
METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE (IN79) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of IN79?
The field elevation of METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE is 588 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at IN79?
No fuel types are currently listed for METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at IN79?
The current flight category at METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at IN79?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE.
How do I access complete data for IN79?
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Where is METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE located?
METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHLAKE (IN79) is located in GARY, Indiana, United States, at an elevation of 588 ft MSL.
Does IN79 have weather cameras?
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