Wessington Springs Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 14m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Wessington Springs Airport
Wessington Springs Airport is a small airport in Wessington Springs, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,546 ft (471 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,600 ft / 1,097 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Winter Airfield (SD55), about 18.7 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 3,600 ft / 1,097 m | 60 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 3 of 3 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 1,946 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,942 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,818 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,837 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,936 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,926 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,831 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,860 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wessington Springs Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Wessington Springs Airport located?
Wessington Springs Airport is small airport located in Wessington Springs, United States, at an elevation of 1,546 ft (471 m).
How many runways does Wessington Springs Airport have?
Wessington Springs Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,600 ft / 1,097 m.
What time zone is Wessington Springs Airport in?
Wessington Springs Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wessington Springs Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wessington Springs Airport is approximately 3.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wessington Springs Airport?
The nearest airport to Wessington Springs Airport is Winter Airfield (SD55), about 18.7 nm to the ne, followed by MJ Aviation Airport I and Drake Farm Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wessington Springs Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.