AC spruce penalizes you for selecting US Postal Priority at check out. Orders process slowly - sometimes taking up to a week to just get out the door. Not happy with this. And, it happens every time. I own a business and we use both UPS and USPS and or orders go out on the same day. USPS is just as fast. Turns out, AC Spruce is the slow partner in this process. UPS is also twice as much typically. I dont like being forced into selecting UPS in order to get my products in a timely manner.
While I never got a shipping quote when ordering, Im shocked that you charged me $20 for shipping on a order that weights 2lbs and quart size and cost $6. I put blind trust you would be in the ballpark with other vendors ordering the same size container. While I appreciate the quick shipping, I have learned a valuable lesson. The Xtra 10 bucks wont hurt me. But this is disappointing.Update: i really appreciate Mr Irwin getting back to me and addressing my concerns quickly. It shows that your customer service is important to you. I would definitely do business with you again.I changed my stars to 5. Thank you again.
Great customer service they go above and beyond for you.
Nice counter people, specialty aviation store. If you know what you want they can help get you it.
I maintain a fleet of 40 aircraft and have used Spruce for 20+ years. I used to always be able to rely on them to ship promptly when I placed an order, but that’s no longer the case. Things always seem to be late from them now, and other shops I know of are having the same problem.I used to think it might be COVID related, but I can get parts from their competitors faster because they actually ship the product when I order it rather than have it sit being “processed” for two days.I hope they fix whatever problem is causing these delays and can get back to being more reliable again.************Update**************So, I was contacted by the VP of sales from Aircraft Spruce regarding the most recent issue that prompted me to write the review. He informed me as to why my recent order was having trouble, and with that I must say that I have never had a problem with their customer service! He acknowledged that there were issues and assured me that things are going back to normal. I’m am very glad to hear that as I have relied on them for many years.
Ordered a new POH for an upcoming checkride. They sent the wrong one. It happens. Then they expected me to pay for return shipping. Not good. They did end up having the POH picked up at their expense but it has been 3 weeks since the return and my money is still not refunded. Multiple emails are wasting more of my time. Next step is credit card dispute. I wont be doing business with these guys again.
This company is top notch. Quick shipping and great prices. Very easy to work with.
While one of the very few aircraft supply houses, with generally acceptable performance. They misrepresented prices in a fraudulent/misleading manner such as the sale pictured below - that was in fact not a sale and no such pricing was available. Shopper beware.
Picked up the chromoly we needed quick and easy . thanks... Aircraft Spruce
Very professional. Great customer service.
Fast and friendly service. They always have or can get what I need.
Went to lookup and order paint colors. Only 3 customers at the time 10:30 AM but they only had 1 person behind the counter 20 minutes later I get to the counter to a annoyed sales person who told me to look it up in their catalog then come back, rather than showing me how or where to find it,This is typical slow service there, Better to order online. Good products, marginal service.
Aircraft Spruce is one of a few suppliers for aircraft parts and equipment that I will trust in my Bearhawk build so I will be making a lot of purchases from them throughout the next few months and years.While there was a disconnect in when my order would ship due to back orders and this process could be improved upon, working with customer service and knowing I would get a person on the other end of my communication was a huge plus.Even though it took a while, knowing you will be interacting with a person and not a robot should be taken into account when making very expensive internet purchases and thats exactly what Jim and the entire Aircraft Spruce team are trying to perfect. My products came intact and I am ready for the next part of my build!
Aircraft Spruce sets the standard for customer support! If you say otherwise its operator error. Given the HUGE inventory its astounding how knowledgeable the staff is on the products they sell. If its aviation related they have it>
Excellent place. They always have the hard to find items
What can you say, best prices, best selection, best stuff.... know what you want, get it, that’s what spruce does
The staff is extremely knowledgeable and quick to help me every time I stop in. They always have what I need in-stock.
It is IMPOSSIBLE to talk to someone on the telephone. The company lists several telephone numbers, I called them ALL, on two separate days, and was on hold on each telephone number for 30+ minutes with no answer!!!! There is no Customer Service only Customer NO SERVICE! (I just made a $900 purchase on Desser.com)
Awesome company that stands behind their product and cares about their customers. Ive been using spruce for parts for my cessna and have had ZERO issues with ordering, communication, and returns. STRONGLY recommend supporting this company to help keep them in our community!
Very poor customer service. Getting them to correct their mistakes seems to be impossible. Ordered cleaning supplies and they shipped in 2 packages, both to old (incorrect) address.
Great place to get stuff for your aircraft project.
Great service great personnel. ⚘⚘⚘
Nice place to pick up parts & Supply for AirCraft.
Nice people, but I have 2 custom orders that they cant seem to fulfill (one is over 8 months in the queue). Ive been told multiple times that they would look into the delay and call me back...but no one has ever called back. Seems they dont want to tell me they cant fulfill the order...which is fine, but customer service needs to own this and a) call the customer back b) admit they cant fulfill and offer some references to someone who can.Aircraft Spruce can handle simple orders just fine, but because of this experience Ill go elsewhere for all my aviation needs. Theres plenty of smaller shops hungry for business and ready to offer the customer service we expect and deserve.
Hi,I run a small business that relies on Aircraft Spruce. Unfortunately Aircraft Spruce might seem like family owned and ran, but that is not really the case.Unfortunately customer service is zip to non and finding answers to questions is about like talking to a wall.As in my case I have to rely on Aircraft Spruce not because I want to, but because they are the only company that carries a product that i have to manufacture products with.This product is my sole income that pays my bills and keeps the roof over my family.Stocking issues and getting time lines shouldn’t be a problem. But for Aircraft Spruce that seems to be the norm.Excuse is all they have...Thank you very much, this kinda day make me sorry for supporting Aircraft Spruce for over 10 years.My Bad!
I use these folks for most of my aircraft needs. The ship fast, always accurate on the order and packaging is great so things arrive undamaged.
This place is awesome. Friendly staff and a good assortment of stuff any pilot might need. I personally liked that you could try on all the headsets before you choose one.
Nice people that work there!
This place is well stocked and usually has what I need. I appreciate their free shuttle service to and from Corona airport.
I requested a pickup at the airport. Disappointed that driver was barely wearing a mask. Zero concern for safety of your customers.
If you need aircraft stuff, this is the place. A great supplier for general aircraft and home built supplies. A good place to get some tools too!
Great people, great service!
For such a big place and someone who claims they have a lot of stock they had nothing that I needed in my time of need. If youre a student pilot probly good place to go if youre commercial pilot dont go cause they wont have anything you need!
This is Home Depot for airplanes. If you need it, they have it or can get it. The guys behind the will call desk are amazing--bring in a broken part, whine about needing a new one, and they will figure out the part number, put it in the system, hit a buzzer and 5 to 10 minutes later, a person pops out of the back room with your new part. Spruce has a very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful staff.
Great company to deal with exceptional customer support. Being a international customer ordering and collecting was a breeze.
In and out within 10 minutes having already placed and verified ordered part in stock. Store area clean with aviation gifts. Overall, a very professional company.
Great place for your homebuilder aviation needs.
Great placeCould stock more itemsAlways have order from the east coast
Terrible place to do business with! They might have good price but awful customer service! Canceled the order without informing. Unable to ship an order to other address other than billing address?!?! (We fly and planes brake down, right?) Called and customer service representative put me on hold while I was explaining my situation. When I ask for a manager, she gave me 3 different scenarios why he was not able to answer. And I can keep going ... Just unreal! Huge no!
I want to give props (pun intended) to Carolyn for her EXCELLENT customer service. I will certainly do business with Aircraft Spruce again.
Outstanding customer service - on the phone and in person. Very helpful and professional. Class act top to bottom.
Great place. Very helpful people 👍
Nice store need more 2xl tshirts in stock!
There Oshkosh booth is bigger than the store. But I had to check it out, as I was in the area. Plus my fiance was hoping to see the brothers. Small price to pay for a week at OSH!
Joe is a great guy .....very helpful !....thanks
The best source for all things homebuilt, i.e. aircraft
Great will call counter service as always! Thanks Joe! Jetstream Aero
Need an unusual or stsndard part for an aircraft or project? This is the place. Quality and service count here!
Great place to get parts, great staff. Just be ready to have part numbers and quantity in hand, because they dont have time to Dilly Dally.
Very helpful staff . Great stock of hard to find an fittings.
Very bad customer service and unwilling to help you!P.S.I wanted something specific, and the guy on the email said that he can’t help me with what I asked.
I ordered both a new replacement battery for one of our ACK E-04 ELTs and a new ACK E-04 ELT complete with install kit. I received them in March 2018 and both battery packs had expiration dates of 1 Dec 2022 which means they are into the fourth month of their useful life being expired. It seems that if one pays the premium price for ELT battery packs ($166.75 plus freight) the packs should at least be fresh and not lost months use. I operate a fleet of aircraft loosing about 4 months of useful battery life adds up. Either ACK or their retail outlet, or both are benefiting from slow delivery of fresh battery packs. This is really poor customer service, to say the least.
The guys over at west are great. they are very knowledgeable about almost everything.
Been shopping with them since 69, when they were in Fullerton, fantastic service if not in stock delivered in few days. Started buying spruce, plywood & adhesives. They packaged it to survive bicycle ride to La Puente! Aero books galore.
All ways has great service, and good prices.
Good stuff. Very helpful.
Great great staff, good prices.
Very good service, thanks bill
Great people. Usually little to no wait.
Came here to purchase an aviation headset. Theyll carry all of your aviation needs. Not too sure why service was so slow
Weve shopped here for over 20 years!
Same day order and pickup. Really convenient.
Only place to purchase parts for my plane
Slow service prepair to wait in a line for 20 minutes with only 1 or 2 counter people
This is the worst shopping experience I have had with this company, after placing an order they ask me for an additional fee, hidden fee, beware !!!!
Place a order ever came
If you know what you need for your airplane, this is the place to get it
Best of the best
Good location to find parts
Always a long wait to get parts.
They have a variety of things to choose from
You name it, they got it for pilots.
People love to help
Good guys.
Great place.
If you need parts for your plane, this is where you need to be.
Jobs availability when open
The WORST customer service I’ve seen in 20 plus years!!! They have lost a customer. I’ll spread the word too!!!
Good price, professional
Nice
Been going here for years
Very helpful staff, wonderful experience. Instructor is a very smart & has knowledge of the Lesson. I loved it. Will go again soon.
I sent an e-mail with what I wanted to buy 10 days before and when I started looking for it, they still didnt have half of the things ... Terrible service.
All parts and accessories for all types of aircraft.
Excellent place for aviation lovers