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AVweb’s “FBO of the Week” ribbon goes to Lancaster Aviation at McWhirter Field (KLKR) in Lancaster, South Carolina.
AVweb reader Alex McDowell recommended Lancaster for the usual reasons – “down-home hospitality, excellent service, and very reasonable rates” – but like many pilots, Alex discovered the true value of good service during an unscheduled stop for emergency maintenance. Alex writes:
Suffering complete electrical failure upon takeoff from a military base, I diverted 95 miles out of my way because I knew I could count on them really taking care of me. I wasn’t disappointed. Gary’s team jumped right in, troubleshooting my problem while I enjoyed reading all the heartfelt notes to parts manager Carrie from deployed service men and women in appreciation for the many care packages she has sent to these overseas troops. Sandy loaned me the crew car overnight, and the gang had a fix in the works by the time I arrived back at the airport. Fred the pooch was even keeping my parking spot on the ramp warm! Neil, Mark and Justin had me repaired, refueled, and ready to go before lunch, but I couldn’t pass up the invitation to stay for the barbecue chicken and fixin’s Mike had been grilling up all morning. I had been anxious to get back home for meetings the next day, and the gang made sure I made it on time, but I sure hated to leave the wonderful family atmosphere.
Alex will definitely return to Lancaster Aviation and recommends any other pilots in the area check them out.
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