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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
IS78
Elevation
794 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.366, -89.235
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
794 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
42.3663, -89.2351
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KRFD 131854Z 33014KT 10SM BKN055 17/03 A3006 RMK AO2 PK WND 34028/1826 SLP178 T01670033
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
330° at 14 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
16.7°C
Dewpoint
3.3°C
Altimeter
1018.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KRFD (13 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:54Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Lake in the Hills
West · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
56 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 2,400 ft | 70 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for IS78.
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IS78 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
EARLY - MERKEL FLD (IS78) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in PECATONICA, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 794 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.3663°N, 89.2351°W.
Runways
EARLY - MERKEL FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (15/33) measures 2,400 feet by 70 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
EARLY - MERKEL FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near EARLY - MERKEL FLD, 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 EARLY - MERKEL FLD 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 IS78?
IS78 is the ICAO identifier for EARLY - MERKEL FLD, a public-use airport located in PECATONICA, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does EARLY - MERKEL FLD have?
EARLY - MERKEL FLD (IS78) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of IS78?
The field elevation of EARLY - MERKEL FLD is 794 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at IS78?
No fuel types are currently listed for EARLY - MERKEL FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at IS78?
The current flight category at EARLY - MERKEL FLD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at IS78?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for EARLY - MERKEL FLD.
How do I access complete data for IS78?
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Where is EARLY - MERKEL FLD located?
EARLY - MERKEL FLD (IS78) is located in PECATONICA, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 794 ft MSL.
Does IS78 have weather cameras?
IS78 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.