FlyFren
VFR
IS79
JACKSON
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL
Elevation
890 ft
Control
Uncontrolled
Runway
6,000 ft
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Questions
01
Where is Jackson (IS79) located?
Jackson is located in Crystal Lake, IL.
02
Is Jackson a public or private airport?
Jackson (IS79) is a private-use airport, so prior permission from the owner is required before landing.
03
How many runways does Jackson have?
Jackson has a single runway, 10W/28W at 6,000 feet of water.
04
What is the field elevation at Jackson?
Jackson sits at 890 feet above mean sea level.
05
Does Jackson have an instrument approach?
No, Jackson has no published instrument approach procedures; it is used under visual flight rules.
06
Does Jackson have an air traffic control tower?
No, Jackson (IS79) is a non-towered airport; pilots self-announce on the CTAF.
Current Conditions
VFR
Visual Flight Rules
Wind
--
Steady
Visibility
10sm+
Surface Vis
Temp / Dew
--° / --°
Spread --°
Altimeter
--
Pressure
Sky Conditions
SKC
Clear
Hazards & Advisories
No active advisories within 50nm
Pilot Reports
Within 50nm
No recent pilot reports within 50nm.
10W/28W
6,000 ft
400 ft wide
WATER
No active NOTAMs
Directory
00 entities
No registered on-field services
Registry
FAA-V-2026.02
Coverage
On-Field Only
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Data Source
FAA NASR
Distances calculated via haversine great-circle formula