When I learned to fly (in the late 60's at Zahns Airport , Amityville, Long
Island) there was no running water in the rest rooms. If you "had to go",
you made it quick, and held your nose. I never once had a problem with their
PA28's or CFIs however.

A year or two later, I did my Instrument rating at A.T.E. (now American
Flyers) which operated from a fancy office at Islip, NY. Their fleet was no
better than that at Zahns.
"Jay Honeck" wrote in message
oups.com...
I happen to know be very familiar with a high-quality FBO who operates
in a city-owned, badly maintained, RENTED facility, built in 1936. His
aircraft are in great shape, and his mechanics are high-quality on all
levels. The place is orderly, neat, and organized, but the building is
a pit.

Good point. It's not always possible to take into account landlords.
However, in general, if the FBO takes no pride in their surroundings, I
wouldn't trust that they care any more about their aircraft.

Note that I'm NOT talking about the shop. I'm talking about the FBO
office area -- their "front door".
--
Jay Honeck
Iowa City, IA
Pathfinder N56993
www.AlexisParkInn.com
"Your Aviation Destination"