MacCool
Well Known Member
I’m a little embarrassed I don’t know the answer to this question. At the airport where I hangar my airplane, all the fueling is done from the truck. I’m currently paying $5.97 a gallon, (not that that’s necessarily germane). If I need fuel, I can call on the phone, or on CTAF on approach and the ramp guys will happily and promptly drive down to my hanger and fill the tanks. It’s convenient. They’re very friendly and do a great job.
A couple of times of year, I drop off some Costco-size jars of M&Ms to the FBO staff as a gesture. I’m wondering, however, whether not I should be tipping the fuel guys directly. I realize local customs will vary but in general, is it customary to tip the ramp personnel for otherwise routine fueling services? If so, how much?
(I’ve asked around here. Some of my hangar neighbors say they usually tip something and some look at me like I’m crazy.
A couple of times of year, I drop off some Costco-size jars of M&Ms to the FBO staff as a gesture. I’m wondering, however, whether not I should be tipping the fuel guys directly. I realize local customs will vary but in general, is it customary to tip the ramp personnel for otherwise routine fueling services? If so, how much?
(I’ve asked around here. Some of my hangar neighbors say they usually tip something and some look at me like I’m crazy.