Small planes can now fly by instruments into a tiny South Dakota town

The Federal Aviation Administration has established new controlled airspace around Redfield, South Dakota. This change means pilots can now use instrument-guided procedures to land at the local airport, even in bad weather.

Before this change, pilots flying into Redfield had to rely on visual cues, which made landings difficult or impossible in fog or storms. Now, they can use onboard instruments and ground-based navigation aids to fly safely. This makes the airport more reliable for small aircraft, including those used for business or emergency services.