1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
SD73
FAA
SD73
Elevation
1,440 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
43.585, -96.518
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,440 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
Coordinates
43.5849, -96.5176
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 17 / 35 | 1,740 ft | 115 ft | Turf | - | - | - |
Nearby airports & facilities
SD73
ERICKSON INTERGALACTIC
VALLEY SPRINGS — <1 nm
2SD1
MC KENNAN HOSPITAL
SIOUX FALLS — 9 nm
2SD1
Mc Kennan Hospital Heliport
Sioux Falls — 9 nm
2VA
Zangger Vintage Airpark
Larchwood — 9 nm
2VA
ZANGGER VINTAGE AIRPARK
LARCHWOOD — 9 nm
KFSD
JOE FOSS FLD
SIOUX FALLS — 10 nm
1SD9
SANFORD USD MEDICAL CENTER
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1SD9
SANFORD USD MEDICAL CENTER
SIOUX FALLS — 10 nm
2SD6
AVERA HEART HOSPITAL OF SOUTH DAKOTA
SIOUX FALLS — 13 nm
2SD6
AVERA HEART HOSPITAL OF SOUTH DAKOTA
SIOUX FALLS — 13 nm
KLYV
QUENTIN AANENSON FLD
LUVERNE — 13 nm
MN90
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Luverne — 14 nm
Nearest airports
- SD73 — ERICKSON INTERGALACTIC
VALLEY SPRINGS
- 2SD1 — MC KENNAN HOSPITAL
SIOUX FALLS
- 2SD1 — Mc Kennan Hospital Heliport
Sioux Falls
- 2VA — Zangger Vintage Airpark
Larchwood
- 2VA — ZANGGER VINTAGE AIRPARK
LARCHWOOD
South Dakota airports
SD73 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Erickson Intergalactic Airport (SD73) is a airport located in Valley Springs, South Dakota, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,440 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 43.5849°N, 96.5176°W.
Runways
Erickson Intergalactic Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 1,740 feet by 115 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
Erickson Intergalactic Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Erickson Intergalactic Airport, 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 SD73?
SD73 is the FAA location identifier for Erickson Intergalactic Airport, an airport whose use category the FAA does not publish, located in Valley Springs, South Dakota, United States.
How many runways does Erickson Intergalactic Airport have?
Erickson Intergalactic Airport (SD73) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of SD73?
The field elevation of Erickson Intergalactic Airport is 1,440 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA does not publish how this figure was determined; it may be estimated rather than surveyed.
Is fuel available at SD73?
No fuel types are currently listed for Erickson Intergalactic Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at SD73?
The longest runway at Erickson Intergalactic Airport is 1,740 feet long.
How do I access complete data for SD73?
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Where is Erickson Intergalactic Airport located?
Erickson Intergalactic Airport (SD73) is located in Valley Springs, South Dakota, United States, at an elevation of 1,440 ft MSL.
Does SD73 have weather cameras?
SD73 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.