Wonderful airport and community! Apt Mgr Mike phoned to inform me I had a low tire. By the moment I arrived he had reinflated and verified the leak. Within a half hour, he linked me with the 8D4 community. One fellow had a tube, others showed up with equipment, and still others including an IA came across to assist. All while Young Eagles and AOPA Rusty Pilot seminar were taking place. Oh, and to make things better, they have a lovely runway, fresh ramp and tie downs, three crew cars, and quite fair 100LL costs!

Wonderful airport with very simple access to downtown Grand Rapids. Several courtesy cars available, zero fees for landing or tie downs. Very welcoming personnel. Competitively valued fuel.

No landing, ramp, or tied down charges.

Huge shout out to Marty and the City of Sparta for a good experience! As a transient GA pilot, my main requirements for an airport/FBO are simple: 24hr fuel, a washroom I can access, and a courtesy car. Spart has all 3. I did NOT know that the AWOS takes 2 clicks to activate-- heads up there. I was able to get gas very easily-- the credit card terminal is probably the finest/easiest I’ve come across. The fuel hose retractor was inop, but apparently that’s a known issue and they’re working on replacing it. There aren’t many tie down spots, and some of them are awfully close to the fuel pump. Use caution in this area, and make sure to bring your own ropes/tiedowns. The door code is listed in the Chart Supplement-- that is a FINE idea that I don’t see at many other airports. I had some unexpected weather delays, and Marty was great in helping me get the courtesy car sorted out, telling me the best places to stay, etc. Very friendly, very helpful. I’ll definitely plan on returning