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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
SD40
Elevation
3,354 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
44.056, -103.227
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
3,354 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
DENVER
Coordinates
44.0556, -103.2268
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KRAP 132352Z 16016G22KT 10SM CLR 33/M02 A2974 RMK AO2 SLP046 T03281022 10339 20267 56033
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
160° at 16 kt G22
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
32.8°C
Dewpoint
-2.2°C
Altimeter
1007.20 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KRAP (10 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 23:52Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at SD40. Showing nearest cameras.
Sturgis
NorthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
24 NM away
Black Hills Airport
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
42 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 48 ft | 48 ft | CONC | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for SD40.
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SD40 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL (SD40) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in RAPID CITY, South Dakota, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 3,354 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 44.0556°N, 103.2268°W.
Helipads
RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 48 feet by 48 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near RAPID CITY RGNL 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 RAPID CITY RGNL 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 SD40?
SD40 is the ICAO identifier for RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in RAPID CITY, South Dakota, United States.
How many runways does RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL have?
RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL (SD40) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of SD40?
The field elevation of RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL is 3,354 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at SD40?
No fuel types are currently listed for RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at SD40?
The current flight category at RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at SD40?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL.
How do I access complete data for SD40?
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Where is RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL located?
RAPID CITY RGNL HOSPITAL (SD40) is located in RAPID CITY, South Dakota, United States, at an elevation of 3,354 ft MSL.
Does SD40 have weather cameras?
SD40 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.