Commercial Airports
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$50 Million in Federal Funding Cleared for South Dakota Airports
South Dakota’s two largest airports just landed a combined $50 million in federal funding as part of a $145.7 million Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) package secured by U.S. Senator Mike Rounds. Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) will receive $20 million for its terminal expansion project, which includes five new gates, larger passenger holdrooms, improved accessibility,…
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Senate Bill 76 Supports Airport Infrastructure Financing in South Dakota
Senate Bill 76 transfers unobligated funds from the Housing Infrastructure Fund into the Revolving Economic Development and Initiative Fund and makes those funds available as loans for airport infrastructure to Rapid City Regional Airport and Sioux Falls Airport.
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Rapid City and Sioux Falls Airports receive reallocated SDATP funding
the South Dakota Aeronautics Commission approved the reallocation of $762,000 in state terminal improvement funds to Rapid City and Sioux Falls Airports.
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Denver Air Connection Extends Service as SkyWest Prepares for Takeoff in Pierre
Denver Air Connection (DAC) has announced an extension of its flights through July 31, 2025, ensuring continuous connectivity as SkyWest Airlines, operating as United Express, prepares to commence service on August 1, 2025.
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Wings of Wonder Event Opens the Skies for Travelers with Accessibility Needs
Rapid City Regional Airport hosted Wings of Wonder an inclusive event designed to support individuals with accessibility needs as they navigate the airport environment.
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Seasonal Flights Are Back at Rapid City Regional Airport—Here’s What You Need to Know for Summer 2025
Seasonal Flights Are Back at Rapid City Regional Airport—Here’s What You Need to Know for Summer 2025 travel to the Black Hills.
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Watertown Air Service – New Minneapolis Route
Starting August 1, 2025, SkyWest Airlines will begin offering flights from Watertown Regional Airport (ATY) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) under Delta Connection.
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Support for SD Airport Terminals: Senate Bill 127
Support South Dakota Airports. SB 127 provides funding for airport terminal expansion projects in 2025.
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Rapid City Regional Airport Receives ACI Workforce Development Accreditation
Rapid City Regional Airport is among the first to join the Airports Council International North America Workforce Accreditation Program.
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Grant Extension – House Bill 1189
South Dakota House Bill 1189 – a time extension of airport economic development funds.