21-04-2025
Brookings wins its second ‘airport of the year' award
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The Brookings Regional Airport has won 'airport of the year' for its second year in a row.
The 2024 Large General Aviation Airport of the Year award was given to them from the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT)'s Office of Aeronautics Services.
The award, given to the best maintained airport of its size, was presented at the SDDOT's annual airport conference.
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'We put a lot of pride and care into this airport,' said Airport Manager Lucas Dahl in a news release. 'With over 51,000 total aircraft operations in 2024, we're a busy regional airport and we strive to provide a safe, first-class airport for the flying community.'
The award criteria is based on state and FAA standards for maintenance and daily operations, including conditions of lights; runway, taxiway and ramp pavement and surface conditions; mowing conditions; and the airport's ability to remain open and operational for during inclement weather.
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