Thorn Creek RC Club 1 | RC Flying Field Weather
Live conditions for this AMA model airfield in Chicago Heights, IL, decoded from the nearest reporting station KIGQ, 2.4 nm away: wind, gusts, visibility, and an RC flyability read before you drive to the field.
The club describes a grass flying surface. The runway orientation (18/36) was measured from public aerial imagery and drives the live crosswind meter on this page. The site is an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA), where eligible members can fly without Remote ID broadcast equipment. 12 other AMA fields sit within 50 miles.
Good flying weather
A manageable breeze for most sport models and trainers; very light foamies may get pushed around.
Based on KIGQ, 2.4 nm away. Measured at the airport, not the field.
⚠️ Weather shown is from the nearest full-scale reporting station, not measured at the field. Not for flight decisions: assess wind and sky conditions on site and follow the AMA Safety Code and your club's field rules.
Runway winds & crosswind
Pre-filled with runway 18/36, measured from aerial imagery. Adjust it if your club flies different numbers and we'll remember your change on this device.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18FAV | ~324 ft | Grass | 7 mph head | 2 mph right |
| 36 | ~324 ft | Grass | 7 mph tail | 2 mph left |
Runway numbers are magnetic while reported winds are true north. Treat components as approximate for RC field use. Are these your club's verified runway numbers? Tell us and we'll show them for every visitor.
Extended forecast
The next 3days from the National Weather Service forecast for this field's location: conditions, temperature, wind, and rain chance.
| Day | Conditions | Hi / Lo °F | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | Sunny | 74° / 58° | SW 10 mph | 1% |
| Thu | Chance Rain Showers | 71° / 46° | W 10 mph | 28% |
| Fri | Mostly Sunny | 65° / 50° | E 5 mph | 12% |
Forecast from the US National Weather Service for this field's location. Temperatures in °F. Not for operational use.
Field information
As published by the club via the AMA Club Finder.
- Address
- 18725 Stoney Island Avenue, Chicago Heights, IL, 60411
- Activities permitted
- 3-D, Control Line, Electric, Fixed Wing, Fuel/Gas, Giant Scale, Helicopters, Park Flyers, Pattern, Pylon Racing, Radio Control
- Field features
- Grass runways, Grass Pit Area, Control Line Circles, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit, Helicopter Pad, Porta-Pots, Safety Fences, Setup Tables, Spectator Area, Spectators Welcome, Startup Stands, Windsock Poles, Windsocks, Workbenches
Full-scale airports within 30 nm
Know your neighbors: model aircraft must give way to full-scale traffic at all times.
These airports operate around Thorn Creek RC Club 1. Stay at or below your field's agreed altitude, keep a spotter when traffic is around, and follow FAA sUAS rules and AMA safety programming.
No weather station at this airport: showing the nearest station KIGQ, 2.4 nm away.
Wind from the south-southwest (200°) at 6 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, scattered clouds at 9,000 ft, temperature 16°C (60°F), altimeter 30.25 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
METAR KIGQ 281435Z AUTO 20006KT 10SM SCT090 16/10 A3025 RMK AO2 T01580100
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Live crosswind meter
EstimatedRunway 18/36 against live wind from KIGQ.
Wind is 18° off runway 18, the end with the most headwind right now.
Grass · ~324 ft, orientation estimated from aerial imagery, true-north headings (matches reported winds). Fly here? Get this field verified
Field aerial
1600 ft across · north up
EstimatedRunway 18/36 drawn from measurements on aerial imagery.
Imagery: USGS The National Map (public domain). Fly here? Get this field verified
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Field facts
From the FAA/AMA flying-fields publication, shown as published.
- AMA charter
- 723
- AMA district
- District 6
- FRIA
- FAA-Recognized Identification Area
- City
- Chicago Heights
- State
- Illinois
- ZIP
- 60411
- Coordinates
- 41.5529, -87.5774
- Nearest weather station
- KIGQ · 2.4 nm
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Runway
- 18/36 (est.)
The FAA fixed-site agreement altitude is an agreement value from the FAA/AMA publication. It is not an airspace clearance. Confirm current operating rules with the club and the AMA.
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⚠️ Weather shown is from the nearest full-scale reporting station, not measured at the field. Not for flight decisions: assess wind and sky conditions on site and follow the AMA Safety Code and your club's field rules. Not for operational use. Always verify with official FAA-approved preflight weather sources before flight.
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