Adkins Restricted Landing Area

8IL0

Harvard, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 22:54Z

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
22:54Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
6 kt
70°
10 SM
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KRFD 042254Z 07006KT 10SM BKN017 BKN027CB BKN034 25/22 A2995 RMK AO2 SLP139 CB SE MOV S T02500222

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 853 ft
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
BKN 2,700 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 3,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,553 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,553 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,253 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Adkins Restricted Landing Area is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,700 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 6 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,700 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 19 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 23:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (853 ft)
Pressure Alt
831 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,236 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KRFD 042243Z 0423/0518 05007KT P6SM VCSH SCT015 BKN050 TEMPO 0423/0502 5SM -TSRA BR BKN015 BKN050CB FM050300 VRB05KT P6SM SCT015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
03:00Z FM050300
+4h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° 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.