Chicago Glider Club Gliderport
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About 14h 44m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Chicago Glider Club Gliderport
Chicago Glider Club Gliderport is a small airport in Channahon, United States. It sits at an elevation of 590 ft (180 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,000 ft / 610 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Bushby RLA Restricted Landing Area (87IL), about 5.2 nm to the n.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E / W | 2,000 ft / 610 m | 250 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chicago Glider Club Gliderport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Chicago Glider Club Gliderport located?
Chicago Glider Club Gliderport is small airport located in Channahon, United States, at an elevation of 590 ft (180 m).
How many runways does Chicago Glider Club Gliderport have?
Chicago Glider Club Gliderport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,000 ft / 610 m.
What time zone is Chicago Glider Club Gliderport in?
Chicago Glider Club Gliderport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chicago Glider Club Gliderport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chicago Glider Club Gliderport is approximately 3.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chicago Glider Club Gliderport?
The nearest airport to Chicago Glider Club Gliderport is Bushby RLA Restricted Landing Area (87IL), about 5.2 nm to the n, followed by Joliet Regional Airport and Morris Municipal Airport James R. Washburn field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chicago Glider Club Gliderport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.