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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
26SD
Elevation
3,902 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
44.028, -103.287
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
3,902 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
DENVER
Coordinates
44.0275, -103.2872
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KRAP 131652Z 17016G25KT 10SM CLR 24/02 A3001 RMK AO2 PK WND 16027/1638 SLP147 T02440022
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
170° at 16 kt G25
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
24.4°C
Dewpoint
2.2°C
Altimeter
1016.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KRAP (14 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:52Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 26SD. Showing nearest cameras.
Sturgis
SouthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
24 NM away
Black Hills Airport
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
40 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 20 ft | 20 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 26SD.
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26SD Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SHOOTING STAR RANCH (26SD) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in RADIP CITY, South Dakota, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 3,902 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 44.0275°N, 103.2872°W.
Helipads
SHOOTING STAR RANCH has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 20 feet by 20 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
SHOOTING STAR RANCH is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SHOOTING STAR RANCH, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at SHOOTING STAR RANCH is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 26SD?
26SD is the ICAO identifier for SHOOTING STAR RANCH, a public-use airport located in RADIP CITY, South Dakota, United States.
How many runways does SHOOTING STAR RANCH have?
SHOOTING STAR RANCH (26SD) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 26SD?
The field elevation of SHOOTING STAR RANCH is 3,902 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 26SD?
No fuel types are currently listed for SHOOTING STAR RANCH. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 26SD?
The current flight category at SHOOTING STAR RANCH is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 26SD?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SHOOTING STAR RANCH.
How do I access complete data for 26SD?
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Where is SHOOTING STAR RANCH located?
SHOOTING STAR RANCH (26SD) is located in RADIP CITY, South Dakota, United States, at an elevation of 3,902 ft MSL.
Does 26SD have weather cameras?
26SD does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.