Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field
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About Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field
Sioux Gateway Airport, also known as Brigadier General Bud Day Field, is a public and military use airport in Woodbury County, Iowa, United States. It is located six nautical miles south of the central business district of Sioux City, just west of Sergeant Bluff. On May 25, 2002, the airport was named in honor of United States Air Force Colonel George Everette "Bud" Day, a Sioux City, Iowa, native who is the only person ever awarded both the Medal of Honor and the Air Force Cross.
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Live weather
KSUXNOTAMs
KSUXReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 9,002 ft / 2,744 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 6,600 ft / 2,012 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SIOUX CITY APP/DEP | 124.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 119.450 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.700 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| OPS | ANG COMD POST | 37.310 MHz |
| RDO | FORT DODGE RDO | 122.450 MHz |
| TWR | SIOUX CITY TWR | 118.700 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Sioux Gateway Airport offers daily nonstop flights to Chicago and Denver, with easy parking and fast check-in.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Showing 9 of 11 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIOUX CITY CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3600 ft MSL |
| SIOUX CITY CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NW (from about 315°), on 11% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 68% | -1,172 ft | |
| Feb | 78% | -1,139 ft | |
| Mar | 73% | -174 ft | |
| Apr | 81% | 585 ft | |
| May | 80% | 1,442 ft | |
| Jun | 91% | 2,256 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 2,259 ft | |
| Aug | 87% | 2,115 ft | |
| Sep | 89% | 1,744 ft | |
| Oct | 83% | 701 ft | |
| Nov | 80% | -273 ft | |
| Dec | 67% | -735 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,172–2,259 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 1,079 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,096 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field?
The ICAO code for Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field is KSUX, and its IATA code is SUX.
Where is Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field located?
Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field is medium airport located in Sioux City, United States, at an elevation of 1,098 ft (335 m).
How many runways does Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field have?
Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field has 2 runways, the longest being 9,002 ft / 2,744 m.
Which airlines fly to Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field?
Airlines historically serving Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field include American Airlines, US Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field in?
Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field is approximately 2.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field?
The nearest airport to Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field is Kristijanto Airstrip (NE75), about 2.2 nm to the w, followed by Martin Field and Lakeport Farms Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.