Adkins Restricted Landing Area

8IL0

Harvard, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 00:54Z

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Currently using: KRFD
Weather Source: Chicago Rockford International Airport (KRFD)
Distance: 23nm / 42km from 8IL0

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
00:54Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
3 kt
80°
10 SM
Visibility
11,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KRFD 050054Z 08003KT 10SM FEW012 BKN110 OVC250 23/21 A2997 RMK AO2 SLP144 T02330211 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 853 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
BKN 11,000 ft AGL
OVC 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,053 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,853 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,853 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Adkins Restricted Landing Area is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 11000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 00:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (853 ft)
Pressure Alt
801 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,966 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KRFD 042320Z 0500/0524 06007KT P6SM VCSH SCT020 BKN040 TEMPO 0500/0502 5SM -TSRA BR BKN020 BKN040CB FM050300 VRB05KT P6SM SCT015 FM051300 02010KT P6SM BKN015 FM051800 04012KT P6SM SCT025 BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
03:00Z FM050300
+2h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z FM051300
+12h
MVFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IL0
N ✈️
S

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ N/S
Active: N
1,950 ft 78 ft TURF
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Adkins Restricted Landing Area - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: 8IL0
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 853 ft MSL

Location

City: Harvard
Country: US
Latitude: 42.352864°
Longitude: -88.637442°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway N/S
Length: 1,950 ft
Width: 78 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About Adkins Restricted Landing Area

Adkins Restricted Landing Area (8IL0) is located in Harvard, US at an elevation of 853 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (N/S), with the longest at 1,950 feet.

Airport Overview

Adkins Restricted Landing Area serves Harvard in US. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (N/S) with turf surface. The longest runway measures 1,950 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from 8IL0, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.