1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
SD53
Elevation
1,250 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.904, -96.811
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,250 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
42.9044, -96.8108
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Advisory only — not an official or legal weather briefing. The pilot in command is the final authority (14 CFR 91.3).
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at SD53. Showing nearest cameras.
Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums
FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 18 / 36 | 1,906 ft | 75 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- PRVDD AREA 125 FT EITHER SIDE OF RWY & 200 FT OFF RY ENDS IS CLEAR & ANY OBSTN BE REMOVED OR LOWERED OR THLDS DSPLCD.
- POWERLINES N; S & W OF RY.
- TWR LOCATED 1 MILE NORTH AND 3/4 MILE EAST.
- FOR CD CTC SIOUX CITY ATCT AT 712-293-2482. WHEN SUX ATCT CLSD, FOR CD CTC MINNEAPOLIS ARTCC AT 651-463-5588.
Nearby airports & facilities
SD53
HOWARD FLD
BERESFORD — <1 nm
SD29
Glenwood Field
Beresford — 6 nm
SD29
GLENWOOD FLD
BERESFORD — 6 nm
0SD1
Lodi Airport
Wakonda — 8 nm
KVMR
HAROLD DAVIDSON FLD
VERMILLION — 10 nm
VMR
Harold Davidson Field
Vermillion — 10 nm
SD15
Fleurish Farm Airport
Elk Point — 11 nm
SD15
FLEURISH FARM
ELK POINT — 11 nm
SD00
MJ Aviation II Airport
Elk Point — 14 nm
SD00
MJ AVIATION II
ELK POINT — 14 nm
SD96
Pioneer Memorial Hospital Heliport
Viborg — 20 nm
SD96
PIONEER MEML HOSPITAL
VIBORG — 20 nm
Nearest airports
- SD53 — HOWARD FLD
BERESFORD
- SD29 — Glenwood Field
Beresford
- SD29 — GLENWOOD FLD
BERESFORD
- 0SD1 — Lodi Airport
Wakonda
- KVMR — HAROLD DAVIDSON FLD
VERMILLION
South Dakota airports
SD53 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Howard Field (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 42.9044°N, 96.8108°W.
Runways
Howard Field has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 1,906 feet by 75 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
Howard Field is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Howard Field, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SD53?
SD53 is the FAA location identifier for Howard Field, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in Beresford, South Dakota, United States.
How many runways does Howard Field have?
Howard Field (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 Field is 1,250 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA publishes this figure as ESTIMATED, not surveyed — use the current Chart Supplement for a survey-grade elevation.
Is fuel available at SD53?
No fuel types are currently listed for Howard Field. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at SD53?
The longest runway at Howard Field is 1,906 feet long.
How do I access complete data for SD53?
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Where is Howard Field located?
Howard Field (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.