Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 9m 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 Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field
The Whiteside County Airport, also known as Joseph H. Bittorf Field, is a public-use airport serving Rock Falls, Illinois, United States, as well as the Sauk Valley and Dixon area.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSQINOTAMs
KSQIReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 6,499 ft / 1,981 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 3,900 ft / 1,189 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ROCKFORD APP/DEP | 126.000 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 119.175 MHz |
| CLD | ROCKFORD CLNC DEL | 128.000 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.000 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 6 of 6 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 636 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 928 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 909 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 928 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 636 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 663 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 846 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 614 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field?
The ICAO code for Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field is KSQI, and its IATA code is SQI.
Where is Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field located?
Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field is small airport located in Rock Falls, United States, at an elevation of 648 ft (198 m).
How many runways does Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field have?
Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field has 2 runways, the longest being 6,499 ft / 1,981 m.
What time zone is Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field in?
Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field is approximately 2.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field?
The nearest airport to Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field is Cady Aerial Restricted Landing Area (0IS3), about 5 nm to the s, followed by Stutzke Airport and Fisch RLA Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.