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- From David McNeill
on 27-Jun-2009
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Arrived this morning for the fly in breakfast. I called yesterday to confirm the event was on and was informed that the fuel prices would be discounted $.15 for the fly in. I arrived at 0650 for the breakfast @ 0700. I decided to fuel first and did. The SS station had not changed the fuel prices. When asked (0659 by the FBO clock) they replied that it was not 0700 yet. Seems a little CS to me. If you want the discount, don't arrive at the pump a minute before 0700 or a minute after 1000.
Response from Steven R. Hulland, Airport Manager, Casa Grande Municipal Airport
Mr. McNeill, the CGZ policy is to set special fuel discounts at the time posted. However, if you arrive early, purchase SS fuel before the discount period and attend the event, we will gladly provide you Full Service fuel, with the same posted discount per gallon, during your next visit. Just remind us before you depart the event so that we may make a note to our line crew. Our goal is to always provide our customers (pilots/owners/friends) with the best service possible in a fair, equitable and enjoyable manner. Stop by and say hello the next time you visit CGZ and I will fuel your airplane and give you the discount.
- From Allen Gilbert
on 28-Apr-2009
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Flew in at sunset. The traffic wasn't nearly as bad as people said it was. There was 1 guy on the ILS and 1 in the pattern. Spent the night on the ramp, great weather! Omniflight guys were REALLY nice! and cool to hang out with. Cheap gas never hurt anything either.
- From Taylor Hinson
on 12-Apr-2009
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Can't beat the cheap self-serve gas! Nice and adequate facility, good flight planning room. No crew car, but the friendly line man did tell me about the great on-field restaurant at Eloy (E60).
- From George K. Sharp
on 06-Jan-2009
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Casa Grande is the friendliest airport that I have been to in a long time. The locals hang around and swap stories and offer help if need. The airport manager, Steve Hulland, should be in put in the Airport Managers Hall of Fame if there was one. Their gas is the cheapest anywhere. After I, a Phoenix controller, asked me their gas prices. They also have a Pancake breakfast on the fourth Saturday of every month.
- From Robert Vance
on 30-Nov-2008
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Great airport, but busy due to student training, skydiving, and a large local pilot community. Please remember to report within 10 nm of the airport OR TFD VOR on 122.7. Aircraft hold between 3500 and 6500+ over the VOR with only 500' between them. Remember that aircraft on final have the right of way. If you hear an aircraft inbound on one of the approaches, do not turn base until you have them in sight. The number of close calls is on the rise here and we all need to be vigilant to keep this airport safe. Avoid flying directly over the VOR, self-announce and be courteous.
- From Donald Brown
on 20-Nov-2008
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Most competitive avgas pricing in the state. Easy to use self serve fuel pump. IMO, this is well worth the very short flight to fill up. For those unfamiliar, suggest you monitor early due to frequent ILS training.
- From Michael Sutton
on 31-Oct-2008
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Stopped for a quick turnaround en route from Texas to California. Nice facilities and excellent fuel prices. Lots of student training and jump plane activity.
- From David McNeill
on 26-Aug-2008
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Airport management has expressed regret over the handling of food and fuel services during the fly in on 8/23. They intend to do much better next time and I plan to give them another opportunity.
- From David McNeill
on 23-Aug-2008
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Arrived CGZ on 8/23/2008 for the fly in breakfast and fuel. Parked at the SS fuel pump and allowed passengers to go to the terminal for food. The SS prices had been temporarily raised to $.50 above the fuel truck price so I did not fuel at the SS pumps. I found the fuel truck on the field and they said they were going another direction and would get to me later. I went inside for the breakfast. It was a real bummer; soggy pancakes, partially cooked scrambled eggs and sausage. Juice and coffee for $6. This pales in comparison to the monthly fly in at Coolidge (P08) where the food is great and the cost is $5. After walking the flight line with my guests I again contacted the fuel truck which again said they were going another direction and would get to me later. I told the two teenagers manning the truck that I would report this to AirNav. That was a laughing matter to them.
Response from Steven R. Hulland, Airport Manager, Casa Grande Municipal Airport
65 aircraft flew to CGZ for our first Pancake Breakfast and Fly In. 58 Pilots took our survey. Our operations were rated as "Good", "Fair", or "Needs Improvement". Results were good. i.e.: Fuel Service - 89% Good; 3% "Fair"; 8% no answer. Airport Staff Service - 87% "Good"; 5% "Fair"; 8% no answer. FS fuel cost $0.10 less than the AirNav posted SS fuel during the Fly In. Refuelers were instructed not to speed, but to adhere to refueling safety procedures. SS fuel was eventually matched with FS to speed up refueling. A few pilots were unduly delayed. Our charitable vendor ran out of food and portions were too small. They did not purchase more food after running out as I had asked them and they agreed to do before the fly in. We have addressed and corrected these issues. Excellent customer service is our most important goal. Please stop by the KCGZ, we value your business and will serve you with a friendly smile.
- From Gary Anderson
on 24-Jun-2008
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We landed here on a flight Texas to California today and had no difficulty with the landing pattern. Everyone seemed to make their radio calls on time. Even more great news: the HOLIDAY INN IS PROVIDING AIRPORT PICKUPS AGAIN. Their number is 520 426-3500 and ask for the pilot rate. This is a completely refurbished hotel and the staff is very accommodating. I will be back again.
- From Mark Temple
on 29-Mar-2008
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This is a great, well maintained facility. There is significant training activity, particularly with regard to the ILS. I've never had any trouble landing there, though. The self-serve fuel works well, except that the display is kind of hard to read. Also, there is a bit of a delay between the time you squeeze the gas trigger and the time that the fuel is dispensed. No big deal.
Response from Steven R. Hulland, Airport Manager, Casa Grande Municipal Airport
We at the Casa Grande Municipal Airport appreciate your business and hope you enjoy your time with us. As a pilot I know how the price of fuel is affecting everyone. You may rest assured that I will do everything possible to provide you with the best 100Ll and Jet A fuel prices throughout the Phoenix and Tucson area. We have recently started a catering service and will be happy to cater to pilots, crew and passengers. Please give us a call between 07:30 and 17:00 local. If you need catering after 17:30 there may be a call in charge in addition to our deliver charge. We will arrange catering for as few as one person. Watch AirNav in the future. I am planning on a reduced fuel weekend. Look for significant savings for Full Service fuel for any pilot who participates in our on-site survey during that weekend. Have a wonderful Fathers Day if you are a father and a wonderful day if you are not a Father. Fly Safely
- From Dane Spearing
on 15-Mar-2008
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Flew in for the Cactus Fly-In on March 7. Excellent service from the line folk. The fuel truck was even giving the self-serve price from the truck during the fly-in.
- From Phil Knight
on 26-Jan-2008
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Flew in today on a fuel stop. Fuel as advertised. Still people not self announcing. No one in FBO, Francisco Grande happy to pick myself and passenger up for lunch.
- From Ryan Joseph
on 29-Dec-2007
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Stopped for an overnight. Hotel Francisco Grande picked me up with their shuttle. Airport lobby was nice and staff was friendly.
- From Ed Shreffler
on 16-Oct-2007
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Stopped last Sunday afternoon for $3.66 100LL. Pump worked fine and even printed a receipt this time. I will come back.
- From Bob Wall
on 11-Oct-2007
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Good uncontrolled airport--fairly busy. SS fuel as advertised from good dispenser.
- From Chet Cromer
on 24-Apr-2007
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Nice airport with good SS pumps. No courtesy car or nearby food.
- From Jason Krause
on 28-Feb-2007
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Pilots at this airport seem to use whatever traffic pattern altitude they feel like. I almost landed on top of an experimental in the pattern. Self-Serve fuel pump is inoperative at times but usually is NOTAMED.
- From Deavid Wisdom
on 25-Jan-2007
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This uncontrolled airport is DANGEROUS. Simultaneous multiple instrument opposite direction approaches by students. Self announcing is a joke, again students. Never again.
- From Richard Suffoletto
on 16-Dec-2006
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Good fuel stop, friendly service, nice facility but if you need to overnight there are no motels close by and no transportation into town. None of the motels I called would pick up at the airport. It's ~ a $20 cab ride to the nearest motel.
- From Bob Stebbins
on 10-Dec-2006
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Great self serve price as advertise on AirNav. Nice main terminal facilities. It is a regular stop for us on our trips through the area.
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