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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
SD53
Elevation
1,250 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.906, -96.811
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,250 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
42.9064, -96.8108
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KYKN 131756Z AUTO 13007KT 10SM CLR 24/00 A3014 RMK AO2 SLP215 T02390000 10239 20067 58018
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
130° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
23.9°C
Dewpoint
0°C
Altimeter
1020.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KYKN (35 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:56Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at SD53. Showing nearest cameras.
Chan Gurney Muni Airport
NorthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
34 NM away
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NorthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
89 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 1,906 ft | 75 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for SD53.
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SD53 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
HOWARD FLD (SD53) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in BERESFORD, South Dakota, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,250 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.9064°N, 96.8108°W.
Runways
HOWARD FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 1,906 feet by 75 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
HOWARD FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near HOWARD FLD, 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 HOWARD FLD 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 SD53?
SD53 is the ICAO identifier for HOWARD FLD, a public-use airport located in BERESFORD, South Dakota, United States.
How many runways does HOWARD FLD have?
HOWARD FLD (SD53) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of SD53?
The field elevation of HOWARD FLD is 1,250 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at SD53?
No fuel types are currently listed for HOWARD FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at SD53?
The current flight category at HOWARD FLD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at SD53?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for HOWARD FLD.
How do I access complete data for SD53?
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Where is HOWARD FLD located?
HOWARD FLD (SD53) is located in BERESFORD, South Dakota, United States, at an elevation of 1,250 ft MSL.
Does SD53 have weather cameras?
SD53 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.