Illinois Lacon Airspace Gets FAA Update for Smoother Flights
Published Date: 8/8/2025
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Summary
The FAA is updating the airspace around Lacon, IL, by fixing the airport’s location on their maps and adjusting the airspace after turning off an old navigation system. This helps pilots fly safely using instruments and keeps everything up to date. No extra costs or big changes for travelers—just smoother skies starting now!
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Lacon Class E Airspace Updated
The FAA amended the Class E airspace around Lacon, IL, and updated the geographic coordinates of Marshall County Airport, Lacon, IL, to match the FAA aeronautical database. This change follows the decommissioning of the Bradford VOR under the VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) Program and is intended to support instrument flight rule (IFR) procedures and bring the airspace into compliance with FAA orders. The agency says there are no extra costs or big changes for travelers; it smooths instrument flight operations.
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