Pierre Regional Airport – PID Pierre
Pierre Regional Airport with code PID is located in Pierre, South Dakota. Geographically, the airport is about 3 miles away from the town of Pierre which is part of Hughes County. According to records, the airport has served about 15,983 passenger boarding. The facility is categorized as a primary commercial airport service provider. The first airline that served the airport is Watertown Airways and the first flight took place in 1935. Western Airlines also served the airport from 1938 to 1984. Other airline carriers serving the city include Mesaba Airlines that fly from St Paul and Great Lakes. Delta Airlines and United Airlines are also offering service to the airport.
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Pierre Regional Airport is covering about 1,834 acres with an elevation of 1,744 feet. The airport has two asphalt runways about 6,811 by 150 feet and 6,900 by 100 feet. A new terminal was completed in 2012. The old building was plagued with number of problems, and for this reason, a terminal was constructed in 2012. Murdo is a city that surrounds the airport.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Clubhouse Hotel & Suites Pierre is a 3 story hotel that is 4 miles away from the airport. The rooms have a microwave and access to free wi-fi. There is also a complimentary breakfast to sweeten the deal. My Place Hotel-Ft. Pierre, SD is a 2-star hotel which is 4 miles away from the airport. The accommodation has wifi and a shared lounge for guests. Governor’s Inn is also about 4 miles from the airport and has an indoor pool and a block from the river.