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SD72AIRPORT

Vig Ranch Airfield

Opal, South Dakota

2,600 ft MSL

2

Runways

0

Frequencies

0

Procedures

Quick Facts

ICAO

SD72

FAA

SD72

Elevation

2,600 ft MSL

Runways

2

Frequencies

0

Tower

No

Fuel

N/A

Coordinates

44.850, -102.584

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

2,600 ft MSL

Control Tower

No

Fuel Types

None listed

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

DENVER

Coordinates

44.8500, -102.5840

Ownership

Private

Hours of Operation

Current Weather

— — —Updated

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 SD72. 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

Weather camera at Sturgis facing NorthEast

Sturgis

NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

54 NM away

Weather camera at Black Hills Airport facing NorthEast

Black Hills Airport

NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

75 NM away

8 camera angles available

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Source: FAA FAA Weather Cameras

Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
13/3113 / 31800 ft50 ftTURFLOW--
18/3618 / 361,300 ft50 ftTURFLOW--

Airport Remarks

  • EXISTED PRIOR TO 1959.
  • 1/4 MILE FROM RANCH BLDGS. 1 HGR AVBL AT FLD.
  • FOR CD CTC DENVER ARTCC AT 303-651-4257.
  • FOR LIRL RWYS 13/31 & 18/36 CALL 605-967-2357.
  • DWAYNE C VIG 17572 VIG PLACE MUD BUTTE SD 57758 605-748-2423

Nearby airports & facilities

SD72 Operational Overview

Location & Facility

Vig Ranch Airfield (SD72) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in Opal, South Dakota, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,600 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 44.8500°N, 102.5840°W.

Runways

Vig Ranch Airfield has 2 runways. The longest runway (13/31) measures 800 feet by 50 feet with a turf surface. Other runways include 18/36 (1,300 ft, TURF).

Communications & Operations

Vig Ranch Airfield is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.

Weather Cameras

2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Vig Ranch Airfield, 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 SD72?

SD72 is the FAA location identifier for Vig Ranch Airfield, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in Opal, South Dakota, United States.

How many runways does Vig Ranch Airfield have?

Vig Ranch Airfield (SD72) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of SD72?

The field elevation of Vig Ranch Airfield is 2,600 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 SD72?

No fuel types are currently listed for Vig Ranch Airfield. Contact the FBO directly for availability.

What is the longest runway at SD72?

The longest runway at Vig Ranch Airfield is 1,300 feet long.

How do I access complete data for SD72?

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Where is Vig Ranch Airfield located?

Vig Ranch Airfield (SD72) is located in Opal, South Dakota, United States, at an elevation of 2,600 ft MSL.

Does SD72 have weather cameras?

SD72 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.

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Source: FAA NASR (National Airspace System Resource) 28-Day Subscription· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Jun 18, 10:00 PM UTC