Garys Airport

Estherville, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

38IA

IATA

Elevation

1289 ft

Region

US-IA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: 38IA

Local Code: 38IA

Location: 43.425674° N, -94.658718° E

Continent: North America

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Traveler reviews and experiences for Garys Airport (38IA) in Estherville, US, which is officially known as the Estherville Municipal Airport (KEST/EST), primarily pertain to general aviation pilots and services rather than commercial passengers. Due to its nature as a non-towered general aviation facility, traditional "traveler reviews" with sentiment scores, security wait times, or customs experiences are not available. Information gathered focuses on the Fixed Base Operator (FBO), Estherville Aviation, and the airport's amenities for pilots.

What Travelers Love

Comprehensive FBO Services: Estherville Aviation offers a range of services including aircraft maintenance and repairs for various general aviation, amateur-built, and experimental aircraft. They are also authorized service centers for brands like Cirrus, Flight Design, Rotax, and Remos.
Convenient Fueling Options: The airport provides 24/7 self-service fueling for both 100LL and Jet A with Prist, with a discount available for cash or check payments during business hours.
Flight Training and Aircraft Rental: Pilots can access aircraft rental with a well-maintained Piper Archer PA-28-180, and a variety of flight instruction services including private pilot licenses, instrument ratings, flight reviews, and introductory lessons.
Comfortable Pilot Lounge: The FBO features a pilot lounge equipped with computers, snacks, and pilot supplies, serving as a comfortable space for pilots to relax, get weather briefings, or socialize.
Access to Local Attractions: The airport's location offers convenient access to the Iowa Great Lakes and the Estherville community's activities and attractions.

Common Complaints

Lack of Courtesy Vehicle: There is currently no crew or courtesy vehicle available, requiring pilots to rely on ride-sharing services like Uber or contact the city for transportation.
Limited Public Review Information: Formal public reviews from pilots are scarce, with prompts on aviation websites encouraging users to "Be the first to review". This makes a broad assessment of traveler sentiment challenging.

Overall, the Estherville Municipal Airport (KEST/EST) serves as a well-equipped general aviation facility, particularly praised for its comprehensive FBO services, flexible fueling options, and comfortable pilot amenities. While the absence of a courtesy vehicle is a notable inconvenience, the airport appears to meet the needs of general aviation pilots seeking maintenance, fuel, and flight instruction in the region.

Last updated: 62 days ago

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`18/36`	3286 ft	80 ft	Turf	Active

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