Thrifty Acres Airport
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About Thrifty Acres Airport
Thrifty Acres Airport is a small airport in Stillman Valley, United States. It sits at an elevation of 725 ft (221 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 750 ft / 229 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), about 6.6 nm to the ene.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19▸ displaced | 750 ft / 229 m | 70 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WIFR-LD | 728 ft | 817 ft | — |
| WTVO-TV (Rockford) | 709 ft | 784 ft | — |
| WREX-TV (Rockford) | 653 ft | 892 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 495 ft | 1,194 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 495 ft | 1,122 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Thrifty Acres Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Thrifty Acres Airport located?
Thrifty Acres Airport is small airport located in Stillman Valley, United States, at an elevation of 725 ft (221 m).
How many runways does Thrifty Acres Airport have?
Thrifty Acres Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 750 ft / 229 m.
What time zone is Thrifty Acres Airport in?
Thrifty Acres Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Thrifty Acres Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Thrifty Acres Airport is approximately 3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Thrifty Acres Airport?
The nearest airport to Thrifty Acres Airport is Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), about 6.6 nm to the ene, followed by Ogle County Airport and Cottonwood Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Thrifty Acres Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.