Pilots can now fly by instruments into a small Illinois airport

The US aviation agency wants to create controlled airspace around a small airport in Monee, Illinois. This means pilots can now fly into that airport using only their instruments, even when visibility is poor.

Small airports often lack the controlled airspace needed for pilots to land using only their instruments. This change means Meadow Creek Airport can now support more reliable flights, especially in bad weather. It expands the operational window for pilots and aircraft that rely on instrument flight rules.