Airports Seek More State Funding | Pierre News

Airports in Rapid City and Sioux Falls are hitting their limits—both are begging the state for more cash to keep up with booming travel. Rapid City, which saw a record 452,000 passengers last year, is choked by gate congestion, long TSA lines, and no overnight parking, while Sioux Falls’ aging terminal can’t handle today’s big jets. Both cities have already landed $15 million in low-interest state loans, but inflation’s driving costs up—and they’re still short. Rapid City’s expansion, mostly funded by federal dollars, includes new gates and upgraded security, while Sioux Falls needs even more state help to finish its $135 million overhaul. With passenger numbers climbing for decades, these airports aren’t just asking for money—they’re asking for survival. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/26b0a1f849587937