At Cook Aviation, celebrating our 18th year, we believe that business goes where it's invited and stays where it's appreciated. We invite you to be our guest....
To show our appreciation, we provide CADILLAC Courtesy Cars and ON SITE RENTAL CARS/VANS to make your stay convenient. Upon your arrival, look for our spacious maroon awning leading into our building welcoming you to Indiana "HOOSIER" Hospitality.
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Monroe County Airport
UNICOM 122.95
970 S. Kirby Rd.
Bloomington, IN 47403-9392
toll-free 1-800-880-3499
812-825-2392
Fax 812-825-3701
cookfbo@cookaviation.com
www.cookaviation.com
Rex G. Hinkle, President
Rhonda Stafford, Office Manager
Steve Capps, Line Service Manager
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- Jet A / 100LL
- Avfuel Contract Fuel, Best AeroNet
- Quick Turn Service
- ON SITE Rental Cars/Vans
- CADILLAC Courtesy Cars
- AvTrip Points
- Quiet, Comfortable Pilot Lounge
- Passenger Waiting Area
- Custom Catering
- Aviation Weather Computer & Flight Planning Area
- Wireless High-Speed Internet Access
- Hotel Reservation Service Offering Special Crew Rates
- Baggage Handling/Ground Services to Private & Commercial Aircraft B/727's, B/737's
- Air Stairs For Commercial Aircraft
- Certified Forklift Operators - Freight
- Lav, De-Ice, GPU
- Complimentary Fresh Baked Otis Spunkmeyer® Cookies
- Pilot Supplies
- Complimentary Coffee & Ice
- Vending Area
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| Fueling hours: | 7am to 9pm Daily.
24 hour service with prior arrangement. Call FBO at (800)880-3499 to arrange. After hours: (812) 829-8156 or (812) 360-3336 |
| Discounts: | AvFuel Contract Program
Best Aero Net |
WE GUARANTEE OUR PRICES POSTED ON AIRNAV
Prices include all taxes.
Professional Line Service & Office Staff
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Comments are submitted by their authors and do not reflect the opinion of AirNav, LLC. All comments must adhere to AirNav's Policy on Comments.
AirNav's standard comment retention period is 3 years.
- From John Dooley
on 28-Sep-2008
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Great hospitality, reasonable fuel price, close to city. Cadillac crew car.
- From Dean Winegardner
on 19-Sep-2008
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Best FBO ever!!!!! Unbelievable people unbelievable service!!!!!
- From William Schmidt
on 03-Sep-2008
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We intended to just have a quick fuel stop, due to Cook's excellent pricing. However, due to thunderstorms approaching our destination, we decided to spend the night in Bloomington. The staff was wonderful! They arranged for a hotel, at a very competitive price. We were able to use the courtesy car (a Cadillac) at no charge. They accommodated several requests about tie-downs, etc. When I left the tie-down rings off the plane, they called the hotel to let me know, and I could come back and correct this. This is a top notch FBO. I highly recommend it. Great service, great price.
- From Dave Grubbs
on 24-Aug-2008
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We flew a Lifeguard trip to this airport and got very prompt treatment upon arrival. Our passengers returned early and before I could get back into the FBO, one of the line guys had retrieved my stuff in the pilot's lounge and brought it to me at the airplane. Good heads up play! However, the best service happened after our departure. Right after take-off I realized I had left my wallet in their courtesy (Cadillac!) car. Debbie O'Connor promptly found it and arranged to have it overnighted to me in Raleigh. Later that day, the president of the FBO, Rex, personally called me to give me the tracking number and assure me that it was on its way. He also took the time to answer a couple of questions and tell me a little of the FBO's history and philosophy. This was my first visit to this airport. There are 2 FBO's on the field. If I ever go back, I will definitely pull up to Cook's FBO. Thanks, again.
- From Richard Figliola
on 13-Aug-2008
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Excellent service - first class. One of the best FBO's I have visited. Good prices on their own rental cars and good fuel prices as advertised. Thanks.
- From Marilyn Friedman
on 13-Jul-2008
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This is a nice place to stop for fuel. We arrived here after a long day of flying. I was ill and needed a place to spend the night. They found us a room close to the airport and transported us there in their courtesy car (a big Cadillac). Thank goodness for their help. By the way, they also have a lovely little garden greeting you when you enter their office.
- From E Brigman
on 10-Jul-2008
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A really great group of people. They helped with hotel reservations and provided transportation on short notice. Very reasonable fuel price. I will certainly stop in again.
- From David Schmutzler
on 28-Jun-2008
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What can I say that has not already been said? I'd been to Cook before, but only for fuel. Decided to divert here for overnight due to Wx ahead because of past service. Called on Unicom from 95 miles out just before closing time. Felt lucky to get an answer. They stayed late, hotel reservation made, red Cady brought to plane etc. Etc. This gang is tough to beat!
- From Nick Wilkerson
on 10-Jun-2008
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Stopped here on the way from NY to AZ. Quick service and friendly people. We were in and out in 30 mins. Great fuel prices on Jet A. They even picked up Subway for my passengers. Will stop in again.
- From Paul L. Safran
on 22-May-2008
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Amazing service, landed 9:15pm on Tuesday met by two employees that stayed late when they saw me scheduled to arrive. I had NOT called ahead. Red Cadillac, cheap reservation at a Marriot all set, felt great on my CA to NY trip. Thanks!
- From Pat Pinkston
on 30-Apr-2008
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Very friendly and helpful staff. Good fuel prices. We were held over a day due to weather. Staff provided the courtesy car, helped us get a hotel at a reduced rate, assisted with a rental car location, and took great care of our airplane. And the cookies are a bonus!!!
- From Dan MacDonald
on 07-Apr-2008
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Flew in at 10 pm on 4/5/2008. Staff was very helpful with gas, free newer Cadillac crew car, and hotel arrangements. Inexpensive gas, weather computer, and cookies to munch on. All you can ask for and more.
- From Dominick Buccola
on 31-Mar-2008
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Cook was great; we were delivering an Avait Husky for a float install to Minnesota, from Florida. When the airspeed indicator went to Zero during the flight. The staff at Cook could not have done any more to help us clear the clog. And the hot cookies were a treat!!! Thanks a Bunch....
- From Scott Powers
on 30-Mar-2008
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A week ago I had the family in the plane ready to leave for spring break and my starter went out. Within 30 minutes Rex and staff located a new starter in Indy. We were able to use a hangar and tools. Just 5 hours later we were on our way to Key West. First rate customer service and the least expensive fuel around. Thanks Cook Avitation!
- From Jason Ormsby
on 10-Mar-2008
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My experience with Cook Aviation was excellent. The employees were very helpful from landing to take-off. Rex was very accommodating, as he provided transportation to and from a hotel. I will definitely go out of my way to stop here again if I an in the area. I appreciated the great customer service.
- From Jim Loach
on 04-Feb-2008
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Once again outstanding service from Cook Aviation! I was held over for weather, they arranged for hotel reservations at a very competitive price, and the rental car was waiting warming up on the ramp when we pulled up to park. They also helped and moved us into a heated hangar the forecast became even more ominous than predicted. Will stop again and again. All their staff is pleasant and helpful. THE place to stop in Indiana!
- From Thomas Crouch
on 22-Jan-2008
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Cook Aviation is a great example of dedication to service and attention to detail. The line staff is super-friendly and go out of their way to help with anything you need, not to mention the CHEAPEST FUEL IN THE MIDWEST!!! A great fuel stop for the coast-to-coasters! NO FEES AT ALL!!!
- From David Williams
on 12-Oct-2007
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My wife and I got a late start going from Virginia to Chicago. We planned Cook Aviation as a fuel and comfort stop. Because we had a late start we were tempted to continue on to KMDW but decided to stop anyway. What a great stop. We were directed to park directly in front of the FBO. It was a 15-minute turnaround: fuel, bathroom and GREAT COOKIES. Thanks Cook Aviation for your help.
- From Arden Meyer
on 11-Sep-2007
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My wife and I stopped by on the 31st of Aug and again on the 3rd of Sep in a DA-20. We had previously only been through one other time on the 26th of December, but they remembered us! Of course, the DA-20 is a memorable little plane. I still can't say enough about their excellent service. Too bad every FBO isn't like this one!
- From George Pfeiffer
on 27-Aug-2007
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I stopped through on Aug 22 on my way to the east coast, and again returning west on Aug 25. This is a first rate operation. Staff is helpful and courteous. Nice facility, nice people, and exceptional fuel prices. I will certainly stop by again when I am anywhere near this area.
- From William Gondert
on 23-Aug-2007
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I stopped in Saturday, August 18 for fuel and cookies during a cross-country trip. Fuel was under $4.00/gal, the cookies were warm, and the service was great. To top it off, two days later I get a follow up card to make sure that everything was OK during my visit. This FBO understands what customer service is. I would recommend this as a stop to anyone flying close by.
- From Jerry Gable
on 02-Aug-2007
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I've had great service at major FBOs with fuel prices well over $5 but to have such super great service and then be charged under $4 for 100LL puts Cook's at the very top of my list and everybody else's that's ever stopped here. They put me up over night at the Fairfield and provided fast and efficient transportation. I just can't say enough about the girls behind the counter and the guys out on the line. They certainly reflect well on Messrs. Hinkle and Cook. By the way, I arrived in a vintage Skyhawk not a Citation. Same great service!
- From Rich Gorkes
on 28-Jul-2007
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The finest FBO in America!! I said I would be back and I did. Service continues to be truly outstanding. Upon arrival, the line crew was flagging us and provided outstanding service. Offered to clean our windshield and immediately arranged a crew car for lunch. Comfortable Adirondacks chairs are out front along with beautiful landscaping which was being worked on the day we arrived. Cook Aviation is truly an OUTSTANDING FBO...All the positive comments are deserved.
- From Jim Loach
on 14-Jul-2007
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Great Service. I was bringing my daughter for orientation at IU. The rental car was waiting on the ramp ready to go. Staff is helpful and friendly in every way. Called the motel and made arrangements for me. The fresh cookies are another super touch. I'll be back!
- From Bob Squillace
on 24-May-2007
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Came in for a quick turn and the service was top notch!!! The truck came out and had 700 gallons of fuel in before all the pax were done in the restrooms and from eating the fresh baked cookies. From now on this will be the stop we make from So. Cal to the right coast. Thanks to everyone there for a great experience and for the quality customer care!!! Keep it up, and you will have more planes on that large ramp than you know what to do with. Good news travels fast. With low fuel prices the news travels faster.
- From Jim Loach
on 27-Apr-2007
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Greeted on April 26 arrival by the line staff with clear directions to parking and the rental car on the ramp running ready to go. Outstanding service and a great fuel price. I will return for sure and highly recommend Cook Aviation.
- From Tommy Hudson
on 15-Apr-2007
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I actually go out of my way to use Cook Aviation when in the area. They are truly the best FBO in North America...Yes much better than Wilson Air in Memphis!!
- From Ron Woller
on 10-Mar-2007
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En route from Alabama stopped in Bloomington to wait on fog to clear in Kalamazoo. Absolutely great service and saved $1.00/gal in fuel vs. Kalamazoo. Highly recommend stopping at Cook Aviation.
- From Jason Hoekstra
on 07-Mar-2007
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Great prices in fuel, my stop of choice between Atlanta and Chicago. Good FBO, good flight planning, good pilot quiet room, cookies, etc. Great fuel prices.
- From Nel De Boeck
on 05-Mar-2007
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We would like to thank and express our appreciation for the nice welcome we received on Feb. 21. We will recommend this FBO to all friend pilots and visit Cook Aviation each time we are in the neighborhood. This is the place to be!
- From Jim Dunn
on 25-Feb-2007
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Absolutely the friendliest FBO I've encountered in nearly 40 years of flying. Courteous staff, great service and free cookies! Keep it up - I'll be back frequently - and will send my pilot friends your way.
- From Dean Winegardner
on 09-Feb-2007
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I fly into Bloomington once every two weeks, and I just can't say enough about how great the staff at Cook Aviation is at helping me and making me feel welcome. I fly my Meridian about 250 hours a year all over the country, and I think this FBO is one of the best I have come across.
- From Peter J Stephens
on 01-Jan-2007
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I've been stopping at KBMG for fuel for several years now. Both of the FBOs there are top drawer, but I believe that Cooke has the edge. Quick turnarounds (even for us Bonanza drivers), very competitive fuel prices, very friendly and competent staff, clean and classy courtesy car, etc. What more could one want?
- From Arden Meyer
on 27-Dec-2006
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Like several other commenters here, we got stuck by the weather. The crew provided us with a crew car, maps, and directions to the nearby motels. Two of the motels even had discounts for mentioning Cook Aviation. The next morning before sunrise we had a quarter inch of frost on the plane; the lineman pulled it into the hangar for twenty minutes so it could thaw while we waited in the warm pilot's lounge. The service was impeccable, especially since we only fit 18 gallons of fuel (@3.05/gal) in the Diamond! These folks are definitely the models we wish all FBOs could be!
- From Tom Baum
on 23-Dec-2006
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Attention FBO’s! Come to Cook's, take notes, this is how you run a FBO!
- From Mike Jones
on 09-Dec-2006
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Visited Cook Aviation on Dec 4 2006 en route north to Chicago. I normally plan for a 1-hour fuel stop, but these people were so efficient and so friendly that I got in-and-out in just 15 minutes, which got me to my destination far earlier than planned and missing some potentially awkward weather. The facility was modern, clean and tidy and the people were great. Highly recommended, and fuel was very affordable.
- From John Borgman
on 30-Nov-2006
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Enjoyed the stop for fuel and to drop off a passenger. Pleasantly surprised at the low fuel prices! (Had not checked AirNav prior to this trip) They treat you well!
- From Ken Shaw
on 19-Nov-2006
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One of my favorite stops in the area. Great staff that gets out there to greet you and nice folks inside too. Fast & friendly service, super fuel prices. They offered me a Cadillac if I wanted to go into town for a bite but I was in hurry that day and had to pass on it. I'll take them up on the offer next time. Wish all FBO's were like this. Nice folks in the tower too. I'd certainly recommend Cook!
- From Tom Taylor
on 19-Nov-2006
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Another positive experience to report. Treated my Navajo like the Gulfstream that came in after me. Low, low fuel price - great courtesy car. Not a complaint in the world!
- From Thomas Henderson
on 19-Oct-2006
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I stopped in unannounced early in the morning. I was greeted as I turned off the runway, fueled, coffee, warm cookies.... Then on my way. ALL FBO's should be this friendly! Cook is now my favorite stop.
- From Fred Bursch
on 16-Sep-2006
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Fuel price has dropped to $3.16/gallon as of Sept 13. This was a pleasant surprise and I took on 185 gallons in my Duke. This was the cheapest fuel I have seen in a year and was a welcome surprise. Cadillac courtesy cars are a nice touch as we ran into town for some lunch.
- From Justin Phillips
on 03-Sep-2006
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Stopped in today for fuel in our warrior, and were greeted by an extremely friendly lineman and front desk staff. Amenities were superb as was our treatment, will definitely be back!
- From Mark Lary
on 21-Aug-2006
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We were shut down by weather over Bloomington and landed just as the tower was closing for the evening. The lineman at Cook Aviation (Craig) was locking up but heard our King Air in the pattern and opted to wait and see if we needed anything before leaving. He opened the FBO back up and allowed us to thoroughly evaluate the weather and decide we were done for the night. He then offered us a Cadillac courtesy car for the night and gave us directions to the local hotels. While assisting us, another twin arrived due to weather and he helped those pilots get settled with cars and assistance as well. He ended up staying at least an hour after his shift had ended. The next morning we refueled with some really inexpensive Jet A. ($2.99). The kind folks at Cook gave us bags of ice and some fresh cookies and we were on our way. This FBO is absolutely the finest and worth a stop anytime we're flying through. We truly appreciated the extra effort!
- From Vince Giampa
on 17-Aug-2006
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Stopped at Cook Aviation on the way home to CA. I echo all of the positive comments listed below. Nice people, great service and prices. On my list of places to stop on long cross-countries.
- From Rich Gorkes
on 29-Jul-2006
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After reading all the positive comments about Cook's...We decided to stop there on our way up to Oshkosh 2006. Definitely one of the finest FBO's we have every had the pleasure of visiting. The line supervisor was outstanding and treated us in a most professional manner. It was a fuel/lunch stop and he recommended that we use one of their (2) brand new Cadillac’s for lunch! In 31 years of flying and visiting FBO's, they have the finest crew cars in the U.S. Brand-new and spotless. Their service was truly outstanding...On arriving home a week later...There was a thank-you card in the mail to us from Cook Aviation. You are true professionals - we will be back!! You have exceeded our expectations and they have set the standards for ALL Fbo's to acheive. Thank you!!
- From Brad Steiner
on 24-Jul-2006
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We stopped at Cook twice last month. Both times were outstanding. They were courteous and helpful. Both times we used the courtesy cars to take care of business at IU. Other FBOs should take lessons. Thanks Cook Aviation
- From Mike Busch
on 28-Jun-2006
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Cook at Bloomington simply has to be one of the very finest FBOs in the country. I decided to RON in BMG because of Cook's lowest-in-the-region 100LL price, but was blown away by their unexpectedly superb service and Cadillac courtesy cars (they let me have one overnight to drive to and from my hotel). I'll be back for sure!
- From Mark Shilling
on 27-Jun-2006
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Cook Aviation is probably the best FBO I have ever visited. Stopped there both on the way to and back from the West Coast. Arrived late on the way back and they got us hotel rooms, and the keys to a Cadillac before the plane was even fueled. Great place and will make it a point to stop there again.
- From Bill Moore
on 26-Jun-2006
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Excellent service! Great fuel prices. Flew in last night arrived 20:30 local time and Cook found very nice hotel with special rates for Cook customers. Courtesy car provided overnight at no charge. Best service I've seen in 20yrs of flying.
- From Jim O'Day
on 20-Jun-2006
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Great stop over. I told the gal this must be the lowest priced fuel in the country, she said "we try". Decoyed me in from 18, 000' using the AirNav Great Deal report. Fast turn with the fueling and the guys doing the work knew what they were doing too. Nice planning room with DTN WX and wireless Internet. Soft drinks out of a cooler instead of a machine and friendly folks too.
- From Jim Fisher
on 12-Jun-2006
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The epitome of Hoosier hospitality. Prompt and efficient line people rush out to be of service. Fiendly, courteous receptionist provides info and directions to go along with a fabulous late-model courtesy car. Well maintained, top-rate facility always has fresh coffee and cookies on hand. An FBO that truly lives up to their motto, "We treat everyone the same."
- From Mark Lockhart
on 10-Jun-2006
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Very positive experience and would and will go there again. Fuel price was the motivation, 1.50 per gallon cheaper than EVV. I had called the day before. When we arrived, the courtesy car was ready even though we opted not to use it. We were fueled and ready to go in 15 minutes. One embarrassing thing, awos/atis is on a vor frequency and I had never run across this before.
- From Larry Vognet
on 30-May-2006
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Got weathered in there overnight. Helped get us a room at a very good rate and nice rental car. Nice having a Cadillac courtesy car also. Best service and nicest place you could ever ask for. We will make sure to use this FBO on any trips in the area. PS. The cookies are great also.
- From Dale Walstad
on 25-May-2006
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Read all of this good information on Cook at BMG so I decided to see if all the hype was worth it, and it was. Came in after a three-hour trip and needed fuel and a bite. They parked me and were already bringing the fuel truck over. When asked why they anticipated my fuel need they told me they saw me coming from Duluth and were awaiting my arrival. I asked about a rental car and was immediately offered a car and told where all the places to grab a bite close to the airport. Well worth the trip.
- From Alan Horowitch
on 24-May-2006
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On a quick fuel stop this past weekend I got fast friendly service -- the kind that you might expect at a small airport FBO with no amenities. At Cook you get a towered field, excellent runways, and a cozy pilot lounge with Internet service. The best of both worlds. And the lowest prices for fuel that I've seen at an airport this size. Highly recommended.
- From Eric Bogen
on 23-May-2006
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FBO’s don't get much better than Cook. On short notice we were booked into the newest and best hotel in Bloomington (The Hilton Garden) at a great rate and handed the keys to a Caddy. Bloomington is a cool college town and Cook is the best.
- From Ray Andraka
on 22-May-2006
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Great family run FBO. They had the rental car waiting out on the ramp as we taxied in, helped us load up the car (we had a lot of stuff for the Science Olympiad Competition), gave us directions and suggestions on what to see and what to avoid. On top of that, they had the best fuel prices. I'd go back to Cook in a heartbeat.
- From Dick Freeman
on 20-May-2006
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Stopped for fuel on my trip from Minnesota to Atlanta. Great service, good prices and a fantastic courtesy car. We stopped again on our return trip!
- From David Kitrosser
on 16-May-2006
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Excellent service and lowest prices just like their ad says. And Bloomington is a great RON stop with the Cook Av courtesy car.
- From Coyle Schwab
on 21-Apr-2006
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My son's a student at Indiana University, so we've had occasion to fly down many times for visits. I -always- use Cook Aviation and have been very pleased with their top-notch service and attitudes and their attractive prices. I've often borrowed a crew car (Cadillac!) for a quick run onto campus. Really a great FBO!
- From Charlie Littwin
on 23-Mar-2006
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As a 2, 000 hour pilot gained over 14 years I must say Cook FBO provided us some of the best service I have ever received at any FBO. While evaluating the go/no go decision the manager offered to personally drive us to a hotel if we decided to stay overnight. We were flying from 14A (20 miles north of Charlotte NC) to O'Hare and planned and made a fuel stop at Cook and saved over $2.20 per gallon compared to $4.95 at O'Hare. With tops at 25, 000' we encountered some airframe icing en-route to Bloomington. Cook put our Comanche in their hangar for a quick de-thaw at an extremely reasonable price. We highly recommend this FBO for anyone going to Bloomington or passing through the area for a quick fuel up at the best price in the area.
- From Carlos Roca
on 17-Mar-2006
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Great runway, great people, great service, great fuel price, what more do you want?
- From Tim Morris
on 20-Feb-2006
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Superior service, and great fuel prices. We go to this FBO ALWAYS and have never had a single problem. They make you feel at home and glad you stopped by! We fly turbine and piston planes, and the service is the same. Always great I would be a happy camper if more FBO's in this country would use this place as a model for how to do things right!! Because they have it figured out.
- From Bob Sexton
on 19-Nov-2005
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I stop and fuel here as often as possible. The folks here are fantastic. I fuel a Cessna 152 and they treat me like I am fueling a 737. They are so friendly I always feel at home here. Well done Cook. Keep up the good work!!
- From Brian Mowers, Archer III
on 05-Nov-2005
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Rhonda had our fax from fltplan.com on her desk. Very helpful line crew tied down the aircraft and topped off with 32 gals. Cookies are as good as they say. taxied right past a waiting BMG Aviation signal crew!
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