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Thriving Airports Support a Thriving South Dakota.
South Dakota Airports:
8,040 Jobs Created and Sustained
$1.2 Billion Economic Output
- $50 Million in Federal Funding Cleared for South Dakota Airports
South Dakota’s two largest airports just landed a combined $50 million in federal funding as part of a $145.7 million Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) package secured by U.S. Senator Mike Rounds. Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) will receive $20 million for its terminal expansion project, which includes five new gates, larger passenger holdrooms, improved accessibility,… Read more: $50 Million in Federal Funding Cleared for South Dakota Airports - Senate Bill 76 Supports Airport Infrastructure Financing in South Dakota
Senate Bill 76 transfers unobligated funds from the Housing Infrastructure Fund into the Revolving Economic Development and Initiative Fund and makes those funds available as loans for airport infrastructure to Rapid City Regional Airport and Sioux Falls Airport. - Rapid City and Sioux Falls Airports receive reallocated SDATP funding
the South Dakota Aeronautics Commission approved the reallocation of $762,000 in state terminal improvement funds to Rapid City and Sioux Falls Airports. - Denver Air Connection Extends Service as SkyWest Prepares for Takeoff in Pierre
Denver Air Connection (DAC) has announced an extension of its flights through July 31, 2025, ensuring continuous connectivity as SkyWest Airlines, operating as United Express, prepares to commence service on August 1, 2025. - Wings of Wonder Event Opens the Skies for Travelers with Accessibility Needs
Rapid City Regional Airport hosted Wings of Wonder an inclusive event designed to support individuals with accessibility needs as they navigate the airport environment. - Seasonal Flights Are Back at Rapid City Regional Airport—Here’s What You Need to Know for Summer 2025
Seasonal Flights Are Back at Rapid City Regional Airport—Here’s What You Need to Know for Summer 2025 travel to the Black Hills.
South Dakota Aeronautics Commission
Administered by the Department of Transportation, the SD Aeronautics commission supervises all civil aeronautical functions in the state and allocate funds for the development of a statewide system of airports.
South Dakota Pilot’s Association
SDPA is a non-profit organization of pilots, mechanics, and aviation enthusiasts who have banded together to promote general aviation interests in South Dakota.
Directory
Information regarding South Dakota’s public airports, 2023 – 2025 edition.
“When Everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.”
Henry Ford, Founder of the Ford Motor Company