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Runway
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Frequency
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
SD38
Elevation
3,150.3 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
44.100, -103.169
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
3,150.3 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
DENVER
Coordinates
44.1004, -103.1692
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KRAP 131452Z 18015KT 10SM CLR 18/01 A3008 RMK AO2 SLP179 T01830006 58019
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
180° at 15 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
18.3°C
Dewpoint
0.6°C
Altimeter
1018.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KRAP (7 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 14:52Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for SD38.
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SD38 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SD38) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in RAPID CITY, South Dakota, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 3,150.3 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 44.1004°N, 103.1692°W.
Helipads
EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, 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 EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL 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 SD38?
SD38 is the ICAO identifier for EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in RAPID CITY, South Dakota, United States.
How many runways does EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL have?
EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SD38) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of SD38?
The field elevation of EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL is 3,150.3 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at SD38?
No fuel types are currently listed for EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at SD38?
The current flight category at EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at SD38?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL.
How do I access complete data for SD38?
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Where is EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL located?
EXCEPTIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SD38) is located in RAPID CITY, South Dakota, United States, at an elevation of 3,150.3 ft MSL.
Does SD38 have weather cameras?
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