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- From Gary Madden
on 03-Jul-2008
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Flew in on July 02 and we were promptly greeted. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Fuel is high but we prepared for that accordingly. On leaving, they provided great instructions and took us right to the aircraft. All in all, much better and easier than I had imagined. This was on a moderately busy day.
- From Jeff Zimmerman
on 01-Jul-2008
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Cliff, the evening Customer Service Professional is just that...PROFESSIONAL! Seemed very eager to help out a couple of guys in a C172. Walked over to the maintenance center to ask about a problem we were having with the aircraft, and then offered to help with our bags and drive us to the hotel. Once at the hotel, I realized I might have left a digital camera in the car. Cliff went right out and checked for me, and called me back within 3 minutes to tell me he found it and was holding it at the counter for me. I have managed FBOs, and this is exactly the type of service-oriented employee a Manager can only dream of having on his/her team! Way to go Cliff!!
- From David Schmutzler
on 28-Jun-2008
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Prices are unconscionable, especially for a little airport. Ramp & overnight fees simply out of bounds topped off by equally high avgas price. Buy minimum quantity of fuel and ramp and one night parking waved. Bought enough for that and got the other 150 gallons a short distance away for $2.38/gal less! When I enquired about the charges I got answers that "didn't stack up". As we waded through those the last one was that "this is a destination airport". Sounds like they simply will charge what they want to. Line service upon arrival was excellent, I thought. Rudder gust lock on this plane best not in place while it is being towed. Line fellow said he would put it in after it was positioned and tied down. Showed him how to do it. Next day no gust lock! Found it inside the FBO. Golf cart used to bring a handicapped passenger to the plane at departure time arrived as I was crawling under the wing to untie. That fellow offered no help, just drove off. Hope I don't have to go here often!
- From Christopher Anderson
on 25-May-2008
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Flew in for a four-day biz trip. Everyone was friendly, but inattentive. Examples: Called from the air for rental car. No answer on ARINC. Reached Miracle Strip on UNICOM when taxiing, and advised of rental car. When lineman came out, he had no idea, and when radioed back, central had no idea. When I walked into the FBO, there was my fax, car folder and keys, sitting on the desk for all to see. On the return, I arrived and called the desk to have the plane fueled. When checked back 40 minutes later, they were "working on it right now." Took 55 minutes before the desk was ready to check me out. This on a day when the desk was talking about "how slow it is." Really, gang; with a ramp fee and $7 fuel, I think I had a right to expect a little better.
- From CE Johnston
on 22-May-2008
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At a time when General Aviation is facing user fee threats, high fuel cost, and lack of public support, you would think that FBO's would get the fact that many of the corporate and timeshare jets that fly into the area, would also be private small piston plane pilots. These pilots might just want to fly their family to the beautiful beaches of Destin. I would recommend that if you do, you have plenty of patience and financial resources. I am based at Destin. The based small piston planes are going away to other local airports due to the heavy jet traffic, the extremely high fuel cost and the lack of interest in parking a small single engine. The FBO just recently raised the tie down 100%. Expect that your overnight will go up accordingly. Local airports have fuel as much as $2.00/gal less. Suggest that you top off somewhere else. We all believe we should support our FBO, but when the FBO goes to the extreme it is difficult to support them.
- From Gary Lewis
on 19-May-2008
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Come here often and have never gotten the exceptional service that other folks write about. You have to beg to get your airplane brought up and there is always reasons why they cant get to it even when there is no traffic and everyone is sitting around. Fuel is way to expensive..Over $7.00 for Jet A. It’s Destin not New York and the ramp fee is above the norm in my opinion. I wouldn't have a problem paying the $200 for my jet if I got $200 worth of service.
- From Marcus Williams
on 27-Apr-2008
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Just another jet center. They're nice enough, but they won't go out of their way for a piston airplane, and they have the most expensive fuel I've ever bought. If you have an alternative, go there. If you don't (and Destin does have the most beautiful beaches in the world, although it's getting much overcrowded), it's fine. But tanker your own fuel if you can.
- From Jeff P. Russell
on 23-Apr-2008
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Line staff attentive and helpful. Fuel a bit on the pricey side, but, hey, it is the Riviera. Nice place to get weathered in for a half day.
- From Chris Davis
on 24-Mar-2008
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Overnight & tie-down fee waved if you buy 15 gallons. Friendly, fast FBO. No place for a run-up once you enter the taxiway.
- From Marc Dickman
on 24-Mar-2008
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I had business in Niceville on Easter weekend. I had a flat tire on my 1950 PA-20. The linemen and ladies did everything in their power to help me fix the flat! Thank you for everything!
- From Gregg Pardieck
on 23-Mar-2008
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I have been flying to DTS for many many years and have always found the service to be very good. Patty and Marge do a great job taking care of my passengers and me. The gas prices are high but you have 24-hour service that you are paying for. I spend a lot of time at this FBO.
- From Jay Curtis
on 11-Mar-2008
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A 200.00 ramp fee for a small jet on the ramp for 1 hr is ridiculous. I would expect this kind of charge from Signature Miami but this is a small facility. The linemen have their lockers in the pilot lounge, which is kind of annoying when you are relaxing waiting for your flight.
- From Scott JL
on 09-Mar-2008
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Flew in on a beautiful but windy Saturday for a $100 hamburger with a friend and our kids. Lineman on the spot, taking away any guesswork and worries, with valet parking. Facility was A+, very roomy, super-clean, and tech-friendly. Staff was sharp and professional. Loaned us one of their many crew cars, which were all like new and sparkling. It's a quick drive to many great restaurants (and a nearby water/amusement park if time permits), we chose "The Back Porch" which was beyond fantastic with a view of the waves breaking about 20' away! Shoes came off and the kids got to play in the sand for a bit before the quick trip back to KDTS to find our baby topped off and ready. Quick checkout, and a helpful flyer to explain the Eglin departure procedures (a must-read, don't forget!). Like everyone mentioned, the fuel is quite pricy, but the amenities that come with it are ALL first-class!
- From Jay Barr
on 16-Feb-2008
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I arrived on 2/14/08 around 11 am local time. Line service greeted me just off the runway and parked me right up front. They offered to help with luggage and immediately topped off our tanks, as requested. Front desk personnel were very friendly and offered any assistance I might need. The price of fuel was as advertised with great service.
- From Tim Matthews
on 29-Jan-2008
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Thanks for the great service. We've been in every week lately and ya'll have been doing a great job.
- From Mitch Dean
on 30-Dec-2007
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Wow the prices there are huge. What gives? Does anyone know when the new FBO on the North end is opening up for operations so that we can have a choice, and hopefully have less turn around time?
- From Don Shade
on 18-Nov-2007
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I've flown into DTS for many years. During my last trip I asked for the windshield to be cleaned and to top off my oil to 9 qts. Simple enough? The windshield was not cleaned (nor attempted to be cleaned) and the oil cap was left hanging by its chain. No big deal, I found the oil cap during pre-flight, so this wasn't a flight hazard. I really should have filed IFR with all the bugs on my windshield, however.
- From JJ Colu
on 15-Oct-2007
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Now open 24/7 arrived at 3 am and was met by Tim in the golf cart. First class service.
- From Dan Dean
on 01-Oct-2007
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Fuel is pricey but service is exceptional. They forgot to fuel my plane so they waived their reasonable ramp charges. It was a packed weekend but you would never know it from the service. Called 30 minutes prior to departure and plane was up and ready (except for the fuel). Helped with luggage and carts were buzzing to assist with shuttle to and from aircraft. Service was stellar. This is the place to arrive in Destin.
- From Addie Fanguy
on 11-Sep-2007
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Great service. Enjoy the FBO every time we come into Destin. Staff does excellent job! Crew of N706HB
- From Don Kilpatrick
on 26-Aug-2007
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As we fly into Destin quite regularly I have noticed the service is quite exceptional and friendly with the line guys and front desk employees. I flew one of our salesman and several customers in one day earlier in the summer. Traci B. met us at the plane with her normally radiant smile and took a huge load of golf clubs and luggage we normally carry in allowing me to assist our pax with their rental car. Meanwhile Traci had taken their luggage to the rental car area, loaded it into the car, and we were able to have it up front waiting on the pax before they could run their paperwork. Traci is always polite, smiling, and very helpful in assisting us (pilots) and our pax which certainly makes our jobs a lot easier in the normally 90 degree temps in Destin. Hopefully management will hold onto employees like Traci as they have had some turnover of some very good employees since opening the new building.
- From Bruce Eckert
on 13-Aug-2007
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Flew in Fri for the weekend with an alternator problem. They fixed it Sat morning. Line and counter personnel were very efficient and courteous. Fuel was 5.59/gal with no ramp fee. Looking forward to next time.
- From Antonio Dennis
on 01-Aug-2007
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Miracle Strip has the BEST FBO in FL. Great friendly people and a nice new FBO, and Leon is the best owner I have ever met, he cares about you, the pax and the crew.
- From James Kilgore
on 22-Jul-2007
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I flew in on July 20 in my Archer for a weekend meeting and was guided right up to the front door. Linesmen there to help immediately. Our rental car was retrieved for us and brought right up to the plane. Nothing but professional and courtesy service. When returning to the airport on July 22 I called ahead and asked the plane be fueled to the tabs and when I arrived it was done exactly as I had requested previously. Counter folks at the FBO and the rental car service desk were both very helpful. This is a busy airport in a great vacation location. I can see where the airport and its staff can be extremely busy at times but it appeared to me they have got their service down to a science and really work hard to please the customer. The fuel prices are higher than what smaller airports charge but not much different than what I see at major airport FBOs. Personally I was extremely pleased with the facilities, the staff and the location. Would highly recommend this FBO.
- From Jason Crandall
on 16-Jul-2007
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This FBO was absolutely fantastic. Charles greeted me promptly when I pulled up to the ramp in my Archer (they were busy). He helped with the bags, got me filled up, parked the plane and tied it down. First class service all the way around. Thanks for the great job. I will be back
- From Scott Riley
on 12-Jul-2007
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There in July for annual trip. Nice folks, good service; outrageous 100LL price. Looking forward to future second FBO.
- From John Campbell
on 02-Jul-2007
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What a refreshing experience. My last comments were posted in Oct of 2005. My recent trip to Destin was nothing like the last. Linemen were waiting for us on taxi, picked up our luggage, brought the plane around fueled in a timely fashion, and were altogether very friendly and helpful. I had doubts about heading to Destin again, but after this visit I wouldn't hesitate. Fuel is expensive, but the service makes up for it.
- From J Logan
on 28-Jun-2007
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My thanks to Bonnie and Chuck at Miracle Strip and Shonda at Enterprise rental car! 3 weeks ago as I leveled off at 9K ft, my wife asked if I picked up her purse out of the rental car..... Oops! CT at Caryns approach worked for 30 min while I was airborne to try to contact both Enterprise and Miracle Strip for my wife’s belongings. In short order, the personal items were found and UPS shipped back to us the following week. Thanks to all of you who fielded phone calls on this matter and there are many of you at Miracle Strip who I simply cannot remember your names but did help significantly. I appreciate all of you as a LARGE Headache was avoided. Thanks again to CT at Caryns (sp) as none of this would have been possible without your willingness to help! CT, talk to you soon and to MSA, See you soon!
- From Christa Strang
on 14-May-2007
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I agree James has made a huge difference in the customer service of Miracle Strip. The line personnel working day shift is outstanding as well. Dan and Kenny and all of the guys working hard on day shift make Destin a great place to be based. If you want great service, stop at Destin between 6am and 2pm. They are a great team.
- From Leendert Nicolaas Vernie
on 21-Apr-2007
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Mr. James Clark is the perfect example of what a customer service representative should be. Impeccably dressed and groomed, quick thinking, solution oriented. People like him make all the difference in this business. A+ all the way.
- From Al Thomas
on 14-Apr-2007
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Flew into Destin today, and had the unexpected pleasure of having to use Miracle Strip Aviation. This is by far the worst FBO in the USA. With the highest fuel prices and unpleasant people how do these people stay in business? Do aviation a favor and vote with your wallet take your business some other place and put these people out of there misery....
- From Mike McCabe
on 13-Apr-2007
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We spent 2 days at Destin conducting operations in support of a local air show. We had the opportunity to observe MSA's staff for an extended period. Their hard working team provides excellent service to all. They were particularly accommodating to us, and the entire organization is very professional. Our Thanks to MSA. We look forward to returning!!!
- From Jim Clark
on 22-Mar-2007
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Miracle provided excellent service. Jim C. Made sure we got to and from lunch in his personal car, and Gail (aka Mary) treated us with the greatest of care while we were there. The high fuel prices reflect that Miracle is located on a popular Florida beach. Tight aircraft parking!
- From Nick Johnson
on 17-Mar-2007
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Flew into this airport in A Piper Arrow III. There is 1 word I can say about this airport. Awesome!!!. You have to be careful when landing on runway 32, there are hotels and condos right on the approach that you come close to when landing. When we arrived we were greeted when we got to the FBO. Very nice FBO to. When we left we got to the FBO and asked to fuel up our Arrow. It took a while because there is a lot of traffic in this airport. Very reasonable fuel prices. Will be back, since Destin is our vacation spot.
- From Rex Tipton
on 14-Feb-2007
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I fly in and out of Destin airport regularly and I will have to say that the service is way below standards. The line staff will park you but don't expect much more from them. They can have a line guy drive by on a cart and not even stop to offer the passengers a ride up to the FBO. They always charge a ramp fee even if you only open the door to let passengers out. Don't get me wrong I know they are there to make money but if you don't even go inside and you don't use any of there services that is a little much. Once I landed there around 5:30 am and the FBO was closed so the crew sat outside until 6:00 when they opened. We walked in once they opened the door and right away they started charging us for a ramp fee. I guess that was for sitting outside in their chairs in the dark. Right now they are the only FBO on the field but thank GOD a new FBO is being build and as soon as it is open I will be going there.
- From Jim Juneau
on 13-Feb-2007
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Stopped-in for a long weekend. Promptly met by line crew who "rolled-out the red carpet", carried bags, and tended to fueling and parking aircraft. Enterprise rental on site. Nice flight planning area & lounge. Ramp fee waived with fuel purchase. Fuel prices are way too high, but otherwise a pleasant experience.
- From Gregg Pardieck
on 21-Jan-2007
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I have been flying to Miracle Strip for 15 years from Seymour, IN. I have always found the management, lineman, mechanics and facilities very inviting and pleasurable. I believe that my next 100 visits will be just as nice if they continue to provide the same service as I have appreciated so far.
- From Rick Galvin
on 03-Jan-2007
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Just got back from a week stay over the Christmas holiday. We stayed a week, purchased 40 gallons of fuel, came by three times to check on the plane, ate a few cookies each time. On each trip the counter and ramp people treated us great. In fact, after seeing the past comments, I thought we would be lucky for them to grunt, but I thought we were well attended. I saw no overnight charge for our stay and no handling charge either. Maybe the 4.84 a gallon makes up for some of it, but still these guys need to make money somehow. I will be coming back, but in the spring, the weather is I hope a little warmer.
- From Tony Holcak
on 16-Dec-2006
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I visited Destin Dec 9-10. I requested my aircraft be filled to the tabs however it was topped off instead. I brought it to the attention of the line manager who immediately apologized and refunded me the cost of the excess fuel. A nice recovery with no hassle. I'll be back.
- From Peter DeFranco
on 10-Dec-2006
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I flew into DTS like I have done for several months on Friday December 1 at 8:30 PM, and while picking up my Hertz rental car and baggage I left my Garmin 496 on the counter. Once I got home to Seagrove, I called and it was gone. If you find this GPS please report it to DTS general manager at the FBO.
- From Martha Wood
on 17-Nov-2006
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Just in this week; staff was friendly and helpful; sent us to the Back Porch for a late dinner--good food and atmosphere!!
- From Matt Hatfield
on 06-Nov-2006
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We have always found the staff to be professional, helpful and courteous and the FBO is nice. The only gripe we have is with whoever is setting (gouging is a better word) the fuel prices and ramp fees. We paid 3.39 a gal for avgas in Knoxville the same day that the Miracle Strip is charging $4.95! I expect the gas to be a little higher at Destin due to the additional services and I do not mind paying a little more for that service, but charging that much more is just simply greed. I fly in to this airport several times a year but I always flight plan so that I do not have to buy my fuel there because of their excessive prices.
- From Ace Green
on 16-Oct-2006
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On the ramp less than 12 hours (Saturday night-Sunday morning), bought 10 gallons of avgas and escaped the ramp fee and tie-down (this time). Patty was busier than a one-armed paperhanger in a hurricane, and handled it without a blink. Great performance! Competition has broken ground to the north. Will see what happens; so far Miracle Strip service is tops...
- From Mason Bailey
on 08-Oct-2006
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Mike Hall and his team at Miracle Strip provided me with absolutely impeccable service. I was in from California to purchase a pre-owned airplane located at DTS. Though I was only passing through, I was made to feel like I was Mike's most important customer. They performed the pre-buy inspection on short notice and took care of minor issues with the plane in an extremely helpful, timely, and efficient manner. I can't say enough about these guys. If only they were a little closer to CA...
- From Don Shade
on 03-Oct-2006
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I've flown into Miracle Strip for 7 years now. Friendly staff. Beautiful location. However, five years ago I was charged over $200 to replace a landing light bulb in a Beech single. Ouch. Hopefully they've hired faster-working mechanics by now.
- From Gary Blossman
on 18-Sep-2006
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I fly in and out of DTS at least twice a week and have been doing so for about a year. I find the staff very friendly and helpful. At times they are very busy, but that is expected in a resort town at peak arrival and departure times. Despite being busy, I get in and out very quickly. They have a great attitude and Patty is always accommodating. I have used the maintenance department and find them quick and reliable.
- From Andrew Wilkens
on 24-Jul-2006
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I go in and out of here all the time. Miracle Strip's new building GREAT. However, they get very busy all the time and it's tough getting in and out of there quickly. When it's busy, plan for about 25-30 minutes or more for a quick turn. Patty is always really helpful and has always done a wonderful job arranging our catering. I am usually a patient person, but I get frustrated when I'm pinned for time and ends up taking forever to get a quick turn.
- From Breck Hines
on 06-Jul-2006
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I fly into Destin about twice a month. Last trip, on departure run-up, left mag was running extremely rough. I taxied back to the maintenance hangar (in my Cherokee Six), which was full of high-powered twins being worked on, and Mike (the maintenance mgr) met me as I exited the plane. Despite it being July 5th, one of the busiest departure days for DTS, Mike and his crew cleaned my #6 spark plug and had me going within one hour. Any FBO at a busy, corporate-jet packed airport that provides such courteous and expedient service to the "little guy" will always get my most sincere appreciation. And to all the negative postings regarding supposed lack of service and high fuel prices: try driving into Destin, from anywhere. Run that gauntlet just once and you'll be happy to pay what they ask to avoid that mess. Consider yourself lucky to be able to fly into one of the most beautiful areas of the U.S.!! I certainly do.
- From Jack Showers
on 02-Jul-2006
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Certainly this FBO could use some competition, but it's impossible to say that it's all that bad. Primarily, they are just extremely busy. Landing, we had a hard time getting a lineman to show us where to go, he was busy with two airplanes in front of me. They did get us parked, and were very courteous, though. We got the $30 ramp fee waived and one night of tiedown ($12) waived, too, because we bought gas. Rented an Enterprise car, but they promised one thing on the phone and gave us another thing when we got there. Enterprise is always a bit disappointing, it seems. The oddest thing is that, trying to get through the gate with a rental car took repeated trips into the FBO where they said they were opening the gate, but wouldn't until we went back in and asked again and again. That happened both arriving and leaving. There are operations every few minutes in Destin during the day, jets and turboprops and everything else galore. Busy! Get there early to avoid the crowds.
- From Daren Sorenson
on 27-Jun-2006
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Professional FBO. Very busy non-towered field next to a busy Air Force base. Line personnel are busy but they met and parked me like anyone else. Pulled my rental car up to the plane to load and unload. Professional staff inside took care of all our needs. Enterprise desk on site worked out like a champ. I'll be back.
- From Ace Green
on 12-Jun-2006
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Previous comment is correct: posted price for 100LL is now $5.10, while guarantee (whatever that means in the FBO) is $5.05. "Ramp fee" charged even though I parked, tied down and lugged my bags up to the FBO without assistance (same on the way out). Counter person slipped & called it a 'landing fee.' Pilots' lounge to the right of the counter: coffee and hot chocolate and shower room with towels in the lounge area. Nice. Courtesy (crew) cars have a 2 hour limit.
- From Don Self
on 05-Jun-2006
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The folks outside were nice. The folks inside didn't seem to care. I paid $5.05 and they have a supposed guarantee of $4.95. They don't have a baggage cart inside, or electric doors, so you are on your own. It's much less expensive to rent a car from Enterprise than pay $25 each way from DTS to SanDestin Hilton. They did charge a tie down fee of $8 for my 182, which isn't bad since they waived one night since I bought fuel. Overall, I was not impressed with Miracle and would not recommend them. Oh yeah - really tight taxing between their very crowded tarmac.
- From Dave Dollarhide
on 21-May-2006
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I left my RV-4 with Miracle Strip Aviation for four days. They've been in their new facility for about two months and the folks who handled me were very nice and efficient. Fuel was expensive at $4.99, but they waived the $8 overnight fee two nights, as I topped off twice while there.
- From Bruce Wallen
on 01-May-2006
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Flight in to Destin for the long Easter weekend was without trouble. Flight out; not so, despite beautiful clear conditions. It was a fairly busy departure period and Eglin did not respond, for at least ten minutes, to my repeated calls for a VFR departure on two different frequencies. After finally responding, it took another fifteen minutes to receive a transponder code. Meanwhile IFR departures received immediate response, clearance and release. At least now I know I must file IFR to receive prompt service at this airport. Suggest VFR departures get your business with Eglin taken care of before leaving the parking spot so you don't hold up other aircraft. When I took my place in the loooong departure line, I never believed I would not have clearance before reaching the number one position. Especially considering that IFR departures calling for clearance and release when number two or three received it immediately.
- From Alan Kozarsky
on 15-Apr-2006
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The ramp and parking fees are for real. Ramp fee for an MU-2 was $60 plus $20 per night parking. Ramp fee and one night's parking is waived for buying 60 or more gallons of fuel at $4.54 per gallon. According to my math, much better to pay these fees and tanker much cheaper fuel from home. If fuel prices were competitive, I would have gladly bought fuel. The ramp was quite full and I guess this is just a case of "what the traffic will bear". It just leaves a bad taste in my mouth.
- From Daniel Morgan
on 12-Apr-2006
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I flew in the late evening. The ramp space is very tight and the lineman brought me in then asked me what I needed. I let him know I would be staying overnight and asked if he could call the front desk to call a taxi for me. While getting out my baggage he drove up in a van, picked up my bags, and drove me to my hotel. The next morning they came by and picked me up too. I had a good experience with Miracle but their fuel prices and about $0.50 more per gallon then Panama City which is just down the coast.
- From Brian Boe
on 25-Mar-2006
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I also believe that MSA's prices are outrageous. I used to base here when I lived in Destin, and would only buy the minimum amount of fuel here, and only when absolutely necessary. Precision over in Panama City has self serve that is always cheaper and a beautiful flight down the coast too. There have been rumors for years about a competing FBO going in across the field. Local homeowners keep gripping that it will increase Jet traffic to the field and getting it postponed. Destin needs some competition. It's a beautiful place to go, if you can overlook the FBO :(
- From Martin Rottler
on 19-Mar-2006
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Flew in overnight in a Cessna 172 from Minnesota. Made it through the north corridor with great help from Elgin's controllers. After landing we were not waved in or given any indication as to where to park. There were two linemen sitting in golf carts within 50 feet lounging and talking to one another. The inside desk staff was very nice and courteous. We wished we could have stayed longer!
- From Alan Farmer
on 26-Feb-2006
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What a rip off! I have been traveling to Destin for 15 years and have had no complaints, but now a Jet has $150.00 ramp fee and turbines $75.00, plus nightly fees and outrageous fuel prices. To add to the insult, the facilities are in a turmoil and service is slower than ever. They should finance the new facilities not try to make the money all at once with unreasonable charges to facilitate the upgrade. . .Heard there was another airport being built between Destin and PC. . .Hurry!!!
- From Art Mouyard
on 26-Feb-2006
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Beautiful airport to fly into. Can be tricky negotiating Egland AFB MOA's, but Egland controllers kept us out of trouble. Miracle Strip personnel were prompt and professional in servicing our Skylane. Needed air in nose olio strut and was charged $70 for the service. Pricey, wouldn't you say? Asked for and received use of crew car for lunch trip into the Hard Rock Cafe.
- From Richard Fegreus
on 22-Feb-2006
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Excellent service, sharp personable personnel with Enterprise Rent A Car, no problems, always satisfied. Great place to visit, ramp fee a little high.
- From Daniel Vaca Diez
on 12-Feb-2006
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Prompt service, very nice people, new crew cars, expensive fuel, VERY NICE AIRPORT CLOSE TO THE BEACH, I recommend "Another broken Egg" cafe for breakfast (only a few miles of the airport, ask the front desk person), really enjoyed my short visit.
- From Todd Carlton
on 05-Jan-2006
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I fly to Destin on a regular basis (approx. 4 times a week) and I always have great service. This is an extremely busy airport to not have a tower...things can get pretty busy on the ramp. The only problems I've had there are getting your airplane pulled up front before you leave. It's not uncommon to ask 3 or 4 times before you see any movement by the line crew. Overall though...great experiences. How long til the new building opens??
- From Eric "Buzz" Smith
on 25-Dec-2005
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Great airport. I flew in on the 23 Dec for dinner... I live in Panama City, not much in PC. I have read all the post and yes the fuel is expensive, there is a ramp fee, and yes, there is a overnight tie-down fee. So what? Flying is not cheap. The ladies at the corner offered me and my family prompt service, a crew car (as long as you buy 10 gallons), and nothing but holiday cheer. The fuel cost $48 dollars for 10 gallons (55 dollars for car rental; if I had to get one), a free crew car to go out and eat... I feel that is a "push". I will go back for sure... often. P.S. Just in case anyone was wondering... I'm not rich; I'm an enlisted man in the military, so I don't just throw money around like the "rich and famous".
- From Ace Green
on 14-Nov-2005
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$10 ramp fee if less than 10 gallons of fuel purchased. Plus $8 daily tie-down (hopefully tied down) for singles. Used to waive a day's tie down if fuel purchased. Lots of new faces on the ramp, so watch when your plane is 'handled.' Pancho got promoted to Line Supt. (good) but don't know how long he'll stay.
- From John Campbell
on 11-Oct-2005
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Was there over Labor Day. Fuel is outrageous and service was well below expectation. No lineman until after I shut down. Parked the plane in the 'back-forty' and told me that they were far too busy to bring it up. Eventually they did bring it up. (I have them an hour's notice, and it took an hour and 45min). I was looking to head to Destin again, however it I would find it difficult to visit Miracle Strip. Over $5 a gallon for very inferior service is well beyond criminal.
- From Lee Allen
on 15-Sep-2005
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Gas price are astronomical! Plus they now have a ramp fee. Sounds like good ole Signature, eh? They are way too high for comparable prices around there, it's a shame they are price gouging!
- From Darrell Louque
on 13-Sep-2005
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What a ripoff, was 4.19 when I planned the flight, then 5.70 when I got there later that day, their prices are way out of line, even New Orleans prices were cheaper. My home base is still 3.25 so where is this cost increase coming from?
- From Cletus Maggard
on 06-Sep-2005
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You thought it was a rip off before the $1.00 increase? Hmmmmm
- From D. White
on 02-Sep-2005
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What a rip off. Most expensive place on the coast...
- From Eli Mejia
on 22-Aug-2005
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The fuel prices are higher than New York's!!! The checkout procedures for renting aircraft are decent, but the instructor staff is VERY questionable. Please check the weather yourself before flying, don't rely on individuals who want to build hours or get that extra cash for x-mas.
- From Mike Plummer
on 25-Jul-2005
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While the mere fact of flying is expensive it has always been for me a trusted environment. I trust those that fuel my plane to those that tell me the charges and ask for my credit card or payment. If new to an FBO I wait with the aircraft until the fueling is complete and assured the line person is providing the service and fuel I am paying for. Since I'm often in Destin as Niceville, Fl is home I've come to trust the service provided by Miracle Strip Aviation. However, while DTS is undergoing improvements and addition to their staff I'm surprised by the lack of thoroughness that we often associate with modern FBOs. For the immediate future I will be present during the fueling and ticket turn in to avoid any surprises at DTS. Suggest everyone do the same until there is consensus of status quo at DTS.
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