3
Runways
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
SD57
Elevation
2,113 ft MSL
Runways
3
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
44.567, -100.750
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
2,113 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
44.5666, -100.7504
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KPIR 211753Z AUTO 17018G26KT 10SM CLR 19/08 A2998 RMK AO2 PK WND 15027/1659 SLP148 T01940078 10200 20089 56019
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
170° at 18 kt G26
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
19.4°C
Dewpoint
7.8°C
Altimeter
1015.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KPIR (30 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-21 17:53Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E/W | 2,400 ft | 80 ft | TURF | - |
| N/S | 2,600 ft | 80 ft | TURF | - |
| NW/SE | 2,400 ft | 80 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for SD57.
Nearby Airports in South Dakota
KABR
ABERDEEN RGNL
ABERDEEN — 1,301.9 ft
SD19
ANDERSEN FARMS
BADGER — 1,750 ft
SD19
ANDERSEN FARMS
BADGER — 1,750 ft
SD78
ANDERSON AERIAL SPRAYING
KENNEBEC — 1,750 ft
SD78
ANDERSON AERIAL SPRAYING
KENNEBEC — 1,750 ft
3A9
ARLINGTON MUNI
ARLINGTON — 1,818 ft
K3A9
Arlington Municipal Airport
Arlington — 1,818 ft
SD98
BARBER
ENNING — 2,655 ft
Nearest airports
- KABR — ABERDEEN RGNL
ABERDEEN
- SD19 — ANDERSEN FARMS
BADGER
- SD19 — ANDERSEN FARMS
BADGER
- SD78 — ANDERSON AERIAL SPRAYING
KENNEBEC
- SD78 — ANDERSON AERIAL SPRAYING
KENNEBEC
South Dakota airports
SD57 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
W L THOMPSON (SD57) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in PIERRE, South Dakota, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,113 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 44.5666°N, 100.7504°W.
Runways
W L THOMPSON has 3 runways. The longest runway (E/W) measures 2,400 feet by 80 feet with a turf surface. Other runways include N/S (2,600 ft, TURF), NW/SE (2,400 ft, TURF).
Communications & Operations
W L THOMPSON is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at W L THOMPSON 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 SD57?
SD57 is the ICAO identifier for W L THOMPSON, a public-use airport located in PIERRE, South Dakota, United States.
How many runways does W L THOMPSON have?
W L THOMPSON (SD57) has 3 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of SD57?
The field elevation of W L THOMPSON is 2,113 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at SD57?
No fuel types are currently listed for W L THOMPSON. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at SD57?
The current flight category at W L THOMPSON is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at SD57?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for W L THOMPSON.
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Where is W L THOMPSON located?
W L THOMPSON (SD57) is located in PIERRE, South Dakota, United States, at an elevation of 2,113 ft MSL.