Sioux Falls RCers 2 | RC Flying Field Weather
Live conditions for this AMA model airfield in Sherman, SD, decoded from the nearest reporting station KFSD, 14.4 nm away: wind, gusts, visibility, and an RC flyability read before you drive to the field.
The runway orientation (18/36) was measured from public aerial imagery and drives the live crosswind meter on this page. The site is an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA), where eligible members can fly without Remote ID broadcast equipment. 7 other AMA fields sit within 50 miles.
Good flying weather
A manageable breeze for most sport models and trainers; very light foamies may get pushed around.
🌙 It's dark at the field right now. Sunrise 7:58 AM CDT.
Based on KFSD, 14.4 nm away. Measured at the airport, not the field.
⚠️ Weather shown is from the nearest full-scale reporting station, not measured at the field. Not for flight decisions: assess wind and sky conditions on site and follow the AMA Safety Code and your club's field rules.
Runway winds & crosswind
Pre-filled with runway 18/36, measured from aerial imagery. Adjust it if your club flies different numbers and we'll remember your change on this device.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18FAV | ~663 ft | - | 7 mph head | 1 mph right |
| 36 | ~663 ft | - | 7 mph tail | 1 mph left |
Runway numbers are magnetic while reported winds are true north. Treat components as approximate for RC field use. Are these your club's verified runway numbers? Tell us and we'll show them for every visitor.
Extended forecast
The next 3days from the National Weather Service forecast for this field's location: conditions, temperature, wind, and rain chance.
| Day | Conditions | Hi / Lo °F | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | Showers And Thunderstorms Likely | 65° / 39° | S 15 mph | 72% |
| Thu | Mostly Sunny | 61° / 40° | E 5 mph | 0% |
| Fri | Mostly Cloudy | 60° / 44° | E 10 mph | 3% |
Forecast from the US National Weather Service for this field's location. Temperatures in °F. Not for operational use.
Field information
As published by the club via the AMA Club Finder.
- Address
- 24858 483rd Ave, Sherman, SD, 57030-5427
- Activities permitted
- 3-D, Ducted Fan, Electric, Fixed Wing, Giant Scale, Helicopters, Jets, Park Flyers, Radio Control, Multi-Rotor, Soaring
- Field features
- Privately Owned, Safety Fences, Spectators Welcome, Windsocks
Full-scale airports within 30 nm
Know your neighbors: model aircraft must give way to full-scale traffic at all times.
These airports operate around Sioux Falls RCers 2. Stay at or below your field's agreed altitude, keep a spotter when traffic is around, and follow FAA sUAS rules and AMA safety programming.
No weather station at this airport: showing the nearest station KFSD, 14.4 nm away.
Wind from the south (190°) at 6 kt, visibility 7 statute miles, overcast at 600 ft, temperature 12°C (54°F), altimeter 29.98 inHg. Conditions are Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), ceiling 600 ft.
METAR KFSD 280856Z AUTO 19006KT 7SM OVC006 12/12 A2998 RMK AO2 SLP157 T01220117 58008
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Live crosswind meter
EstimatedRunway 18/36 against live wind from KFSD.
Wind is 11° off runway 18, the end with the most headwind right now.
~663 ft, orientation estimated from aerial imagery, true-north headings (matches reported winds). Fly here? Get this field verified
Field aerial
1600 ft across · north up
EstimatedRunway 18/36 drawn from measurements on aerial imagery.
Imagery: USGS The National Map (public domain). Fly here? Get this field verified
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Forecasts are for this field; live conditions come from KFSD, the nearest reporting station.
Field facts
From the FAA/AMA flying-fields publication, shown as published.
- AMA charter
- 590
- AMA district
- District 9
- FRIA
- FAA-Recognized Identification Area
- City
- Sherman
- State
- South Dakota
- ZIP
- 57030-5427
- Coordinates
- 43.7816, -96.5520
- Nearest weather station
- KFSD · 14.4 nm
- Nearest airport
- 9SD9 · 7 nm
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Runway
- 18/36 (est.)
The FAA fixed-site agreement altitude is an agreement value from the FAA/AMA publication. It is not an airspace clearance. Confirm current operating rules with the club and the AMA.
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