ANNAPOLIS (LEE AIRPORT): (ANP)

• About two blocks south on RTE 2 is a popular seafood place called "Hayman's Crab House" (410-797-9877). Crab dishes are their speciality. You can get directions from the Chesapeake Air folks on the field.
• A little more than ½ mile down Mayo Rd is "Adam's" Rib House, 410-267-0064. Reported to be excellent!
• Just outside the fence is a "Ledo’s Restaurant," opened in Fall ‘97. Decor is "aviation" and a reader reports that the portions are huge and the prices reasonable. Future plans include an outside deck overlooking the runway. Arpt Mgr will waive parking fee if you bring your Ledo’s receipt to the office.

BAY BRIDGE: (W29)

• "Hemingway's" in nearby marina is a long-time favorite. (410-643-2722). Open for lunch and dinner. Dining room and open-air deck service. Great view of the bay and the bridge.
• "Kent Manor Inn," a nearby bed and breakfast, serves lunch, dinner & a gourmet Sunday brunch Restored 17th century manor house. Helipad on grounds. A very classy place! Call 410-643-5757 or 800-820-4511 for info or courtesy car.
• 24-hr convenience store located across the street from the airport. Also, a new gas station with a gourmet carry-out/eat-in facility opened right next to the airport in Spring, ‘98.

CAMBRIDGE: (CGE) ‘Runway Cafe’ at the north end of the field is open 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch. Mon-Fri 6AM-2PM: Sat & Sun 7AM-3PM. Operated by Sally Evans, the prices are reasonable & the food is good. B'fast & lunch platters range from $4-$6. The inside has been nicely decorated in an aviation motif and there are tables outside for those warm summer days. The small place has a clean, home-like atmosphere and the welcome is warm and genuine. More and more pilots are discovering the place. If its too crowded at Easton, hop down to Cambridge and give the Runway Cafe a try. There is plenty of ramp parking space right in front. For info call: 410-221-5080. Reader recommended. (May '99) (Oct ‘97)

CARROLL COUNTY/POAGE FIELD: (W54) ...Westminster. "Bullock's Airport Inn" (410-857-4417), is 1 block from the FBO, in adjacent industrial area; an easy walk from the ramp. Offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, both menu and buffet style. Some of the best home-style cooking in the state. Great buffet on Sunday and the prices are reasonable. Closes at 8pm, but is open on weekends. Highly recommended by many readers. (Jun ‘97).

COLLEGE PARK: (CGS) "94th Aero Squadron" restaurant is on field. Pricy, but food and service are good, and the WWI aviation decor is interesting. Overlooks CGS runway. Crowded during lunch, especially during Sunday brunch; but worth the wait (301-699-9400). Easy walk from the transient parking ramp. (Jan 97)

• Nearby subway stop (about 4 blocks away). Frequent trains to metropolitain Washington D.C.
• On the grounds is the new College Park Air Museum. (Opened Sept.’98). Unique building filled with aviation and College Park Airport memorabilia. CGS is the oldest airfield in the nation still functioning as an active, public-use airport, and its history goes all the way back to the Wright Bros. era when Wilbur came to MD to train the Army on how to operate their "flying machine." Just park on the ramp and take a short walk to the museum. For info and hours call the museum at 301-864-6029. (Sep ‘98)

CRISFIELD: (W41) A $4 cab ride takes you to the "Waterman's Inn" (410-968-2119) or "Captain's Galley" near the city docks. Good seafood. Airport Mgr will help with transport to and from the docks. 100LL fuel also avail. at the field. Stop by on a winter Sunday for a bowl or two of home-made soup, courtesy of Jay Dize, the airport manager. (Nov 98) (Mar ‘98)

CUMBERLAND: (CBE)

• No food avail. on airport. "Hagenbuch's Rest.," 2 miles away (304-738-9907). Ask FBO for courtesy ride.
• Steam Train Excursion: a great family day-trip. The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad runs daily 3-hour train trips from the old Western Maryland RR Terminal in downtown Cumberland to Frostburg and return, on the old Western Maryland RR track. Train climbs through some of the most scenic countryside in the region, with lunch stop at Frostburg. One run daily plus special evening and Fall runs. Seasonal schedule, call 1-800-TRAIN-50 or 301-759-4400 for details, or check out www.wmsr.com. Taxis & rental cars avail through FBO.
• Other places to visit in & around Cumberland: C&O Canal, Old Fort Washington, Rocky Gap golf course.
• "Fallingwater." Rent a car for a day trip into PA to tour Frank Lloyd Wright's famous home, "Fallingwater," built in 1936 over a waterfall. Located in mountains approx.1.5 hrs drive NW of CBE. For tour info and admission prices call Fallingwater at 724-329-8501.(Aug ‘98)

EASTON: (ESN) The "Hangar Cafe" in the terminal is a very popular place with local pilots, especially on weekends for brunch (410-822-8560). Open for breakfast & lunch. Food, service and prices are good. Always have a daily special. Ramp parking space right in front of the terminal bldg. Note that weekend traffic pattern is a bit hectic, especially during lunchtime. Closes at 3PM. (Oct 98)

FREDERICK MUNI: (FDK) The "Airways Inn" restaurant opened for business on October 2nd, ‘97 in the little art-deco terminal building next to the transient ramp. The original restaurant area underwent complete and extensive rennovation. Decor is nice, food is good, and prices reasonable. To create more dining space the old ramp entrance was closed off. Enter from the street side. Operated by Mathew & Julie Protos, the eatery is open 7 days a week from 7am to 9pm. Next time you are in FDK for fuel or whatever, check it out. 301-228-2100. (May 99) (Oct ‘97)

HAGERSTOWN: (HGR)

• "Nick's Airport" Inn (301-733-8560) is right next to the FBO ramp. Very nice restaurant with good food and service. Open weekdays and for Saturday dinner, but closed Sundays. (Mar 97)
• "State Line Family Restaurant" is about 3/4 mi. north on RTE 11. Check with FBO for trans. (Jul 97)
• There is also an interesting Amish grocery store about 1/2 mile away with great deli, and fresh baked cakes & pasteries. Ask the FBO for a lift. Closed on Sunday. (Aug 96)

KENTMORR: (3W3) Kentmorr Airpark is a grass strip, public-use residential Airpark on Kent Island, about 5 mi south of Bay Bridge Airport. Great crab cakes and black angus beef sandwiches at nearby Kentmorr Marina restaurant (410-643-2263). Just park on the north side of the runway, at the bay end, opposite the homes/hangars, and walk a block to the marina. (Aug 97)

MARTIN STATE: (MTN) A reader recommends "Decoy's" located about 1 mile from the airport, on the waterfront. Deck view overlooking small marina is good & so is the food. Check with FBO desk for transportation. (Sep 96)

• Glenn L. Martin Aviation Museum; Hangar 5. Limited hours. Open Friday 11am-3pm & Saturday 1-5pm. Also has 10 aircraft on static display at east end of the airport, at Strawberry Point. (Aug ‘98)

MONTGOMERY COUNTY AIRPARK: (GAI) "Airport Cafe" is located in the terminal bldg. Open daily from 6:30am to 8pm for b'fast, lunch and light dinner. Food is good, prices are reasonable, and you can view some of the runway activity. (Aug 97)

OCEAN CITY: (0XB) (Was N80)

SALISBURY: (SBY)

• "Mike & Dave’s Grill" is open in the SBY terminal building for breakfast and lunch. Breakfast and sandwich menu. Happy Hour, 4-6 PM, with draft & bottled beer avail. (Aug 97)
• "Goin Nuts Cafe," "Waterman's Cove Seafood Cafe," & "Murphy’s Dockside" are within 10 miles of airport. Check with Bayland Aviation's FBO office for transportation. (Jul 97)

CHESTERFIELD: (W98) South of Richmond. Very friendly FBO folks. Also has a very nice restaurant in terminal bldg; lunch 11AM-2PM, M-F and Sunday. (not sure about dinner). Reported to have very good food, a great buffet, and friendly service. (Aug 96) ****update info needed***

HUMMEL: (W75) at the mouth of the Rappahannock River. "Pilot House Inn" motel & restaurant is adjacent to the field, a short walk away. After landing, taxi east from the south end of the runway and tie down next to the restaurant. Open 7am - 8:30pm, year round. 804-758-2262. Also, across Rte 3 from the airport is a bavarian-style restaurant called Eckhard’s (804-758-4060). Closed on Monday. (No reports on food quality yet, but rumors have it as excellent.) ***update info needed*** (Jun ‘98)

LURAY CAVERNS: (W45) In the Shennendoah Valley. Day trip attraction is the underground Caverns. 1-2 hr. tour costs $13 per adult. Courtesy car will take you to & from the caverns. Food avail at the caverns, but not at the field. (Mar 97)

SKY BRYCE: (W92) near the town of Basye in the Shenandoah Valley, southwest of Front Royal. Located in a valley. A little difficult to find at first. No fuel avail on field and airport office is sometimes closed on Sunday.

TANGIER ISLAND: (TGI) Site of the annual "Holly Run" in mid-December. Interesting place to just wander around. Lots of gift shops & places to eat. Best in summer. Locals speak a very old dialect of English from the colonial period. Can't recognize a word, but they'll switch to a more understandable version for visitors. You can rent golf carts on the island for sightseeing.

• One of best places to eat is Hilda Crockett’s Chesapeake House. Family style at long tables; great food & lots of it, at a reasonable price. Cross the bridge, walk to the main street, turn right and start wandering...you'll find it down the road apiece, on the left. Several bed & breakfast places are avail for o’nite stay.
• NOTE: Landing fee is $4. (Dec ‘97)

WARRENTON-FAUQUIER CO.: (W66) Not much on the field itself, but the "Flying Circus" at nearby Bealton makes a great Sunday outing during the summer months. Kids love the show these guys put on, and the flying is great. Lots of biplane action. If you arrive at WARRENTON before the show starts, they will come pick you up & bring you back afterwards. Call from the FBO, they know the number. ***update info needed****

WILLIAMSBURG-JAMESTOWN: (JGG) on the south side of Colonial Williamsburg.

WINCHESTER REGIONAL (OKV) in the Shenandoah Valley. Beautiful terminal bldg, helpful FBO folks. No restaurant on field. Rental cars avail (Nov ‘97)

• Cedar Creek battlefield nearby. Lots of Civil War sites to visit in the area. The town changed hands about 15 times during the war! Stonewall Jackson’s headquarters in Winchester is now a museum.

WEST VIRGINIA

LEWISBURG (LWB). Located in the Greenbriar Valley, one of the most beautiful places in the region.

• Neat weekend getaway at the General Lewis Inn, a B&B, 5 miles from the airport. Good food & $55 off-season room rate. Lots of Civil War memorabilia and the little town of Lewisburg is an interestng place to stroll through.
• You can go caving at Organ Cave and Lost World Caverns. Call Ed Swepson (304-645-6984 at Venture Undergound to arrange a 3-hour cave tour. Bring coveralls, kneepads and your love of mud!
• The famous (and very expensive!) Greenbrier Hotel is 12 miles away in White Sulfer Springs. Playground for the rich and famous. They provide limo service to and from the airport. Really great golfing at the Greenbrier but bring plenty of credit cards!
• In White Sulfur Springs is a very popular local place called the Bones Diner. (Jul 96)

MARTINSBURG: (MRB) Airport Cafe on field, southeast side. Simple menu, good prices. (Nov 98)

MORGANTOWN (MGW) Good X-Country stop. Good restaurant on field (Aunt Patty's) and very helpful FBO. Tower folks reported to be the friendliest in the region. Fall Saturdays you can catch some great Mountaineer football at nearby West Virginia Univ. (Nov 98) (Aug 96)

WINWOOD FLY-IN RESORT (WV62). New (1995) fly-in facility in the Canaan Valley of WV with a 3,000’ X 40’ asphalt, lighted runway. Offers a package deal to fly-in pilots. Call in advance and they will pick you up at the airport. For Info call: 304-866-7456, FAX: 304-866-7471. Amelia's rest. on field. (May 97)

PENNSYLVANIA

ALLENTOWN: (ABE) FBO (open 7-days wk) can help arrange transportation to nearby Sheraton Jetport Inn. Sunday breakfast (8 - 10 AM) and lunch (11AM - 2PM) reported to be excellent. (610-266-1000)

• Terminal restaurant now called Creative Crossiants (610-264-1519), reported to have a fairly large variety on the menu, stuffed croissants and healthy stuff.(Aug 97)
• About 1 mile from arpt is a steak house called "Gregory's." Reported to be excellent. Check with FBO for transportation.

ALTOONA: (A00) Reported by a pilot reader to have an excellent restaurant right on field called the "Kitty Hawk," with good food, good prices and friendly service. For more info and hours of operation call them at 814-793-9445. Altoona FSS on site. Stop in for a visit while you’re there. (Aug ‘98)

BUTTER VALLEY GOLF PORT (7N8) Interesting airstrip in the middle of a golf course, located about 10 NM north of the Pottstown VOR, or 10 NM south of Allentown. 2,470’ combination turf/paved nway; 1,500’ of it is paved. Open 7 days/week, except Jan & Feb. Popular with golfing pilots from all over the region. Info call: 610-845-2491.

• Golf course restaurant next to the field (located in the barn/pro shop), is open from mid-April to mid-Nov.
• Reader note: keep a sharp lookout for golf carts because they tend to cross the runway whenever they please to get to the pro shop and restaurant. RWY 34 slopes uphill. If you depart on RWY 34 look for (and miss) the high tension wires just to the north of the field.(Mar 98)

CHESTER COUNTY AIRPORT: (40N) Located east of Lancaster & Smoketown Airports, along PA Rte 30. Has a restaurant on airport called "The Flying Machine Cafe." Features a general menu with breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7AM-10PM. Located on the NE side of the 5,0000' runway, in the FBO bldg. You can tie down next to the building. Good food, reasonable prices. Popular with local folks on weekends. Reader recommends onion soup for lunch, french toast for breakfast. Seats about 80 Info call: 610-380-7977. (Jan 97)

NEMACOLIN AIRPORT (Pvt): Near Farmington PA is the "Nemacolin Woodlands Resort," a golf resort which operates a 4000' paved strip called Nemacolin Airport. Call them before taking off at 1-800-422-2736 or 1-412-329-8555, and they'll meet you at the strip and drive you around the 800 acres to one of 5 restaurants on the grounds. 5-star, and very expensive: Sunday brunch at the Lodge is about $40/person!

• Resort can also make arrangements for you to visit Frank Lloyd Wright's famous house, "Fallingwater," built in 1936 over a waterfall. You will need to plan a full day for this, but it's worth it. The place is fabulous!(Sep 98)

GETTYSBURG, (W05) Airport is located a few miles NW of the center of this famous town, on Rte 30, the same Chambersburg Road that Gen.Lee used in his approach to the town. Airport under new ownership as of Oct ’98. 80 & 100 LL fuel avail.). The Herr Tavern, a historic old B&B with sandwiches as well as full course meals and daily specials is about 1/4 mile east of the field, toward Gettysburg, on Rte 30, an easy walk. (Phone 717-334-4332 for info). (Oct 98) (Jul 97)

KUTZTOWN: (N31) Small-town airport, about 10 nm to the NE of Reading. Great little breakfast/brunch run. Family-owned diner (the "Kutztown Diner") at the edge of the airport is very popular with local area pilots, especially for Sunday breakfast. Park the plane in the grass right next to the restaurant. Can't get more convenient than that! (Feb 97)

LANCASTER: (INS) Familiar airport to MD pilots from student cross-country days. Lottsa traffic on weekends. Renovated terminal bldg opened Oct’96. Neat rustic décor. "The Flying Machine Café" opened in Sept ’98. Hrs are 6am-midnight, 7-days/week. Info call: 717-560-1055. Same restaurant operator is at Chester County Arpt., but this one has more seating space. Popular with regional pilots for weekend brunch.

LATROBE-WESTMORELAND COUNTY: (LBE) located to the SE of Pittsburgh. Excellent candidate for a fall-foliage, Sunday-brunch run. The top level of the terminal building is an old established restaurant called the "Blue Angels." The food is good and reasonably priced. Comes highly recommended by several readers for the Sunday brunch.

PENN'S CAVE AIRPORT: (N74) (Listed in the green book under "Centre Hall). Located about 50 mi. ENE of State College PA, 90 mi. NW of Harrisburg, and 143 mi. from Balto. This unique private-owned, public-use airport is approx. 1 mile from Penn's Cave, touted as the longest underground river in the world. Great nature walk to the cave or call on the courtesy phone (in the tan pilot’s bldg. across the runway) and they will pick you up. Entry fee = $8.50 for adults. Adjacent camping area avail for fly-ins. Attended during daylight hours and has 100LL fuel. Open year around. Scheduled cavern tours and wildlife tours. Info call; 814-364-1664. Reported to be a neat day trip! (Jul ‘98)

POTTSTOWN MUNI (N47) In a strip mall just off airport on Rte 100 is one of Pennsylvania’s famous diners called, appropriately, the Pottstown Diner. Atmosphere is comfortable and family oriented, with lots of homestyle items on the menu. Prices are reasonable and the food good. Have to bum a ride or hoof it from the FBO. 2 min. in a car, or 15 minutes on foot. Reported to be worth the effort. ****Update info needed**** (Mar 96)

READING: (RDG)

• Home of the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum (MAAM). Transient parking avail at FBO next to MAAM. For museum hours and info call; 215-478-1747.
• Restaurant in the terminal bldg. (south side of field next to tower) is called "Wild Wings Cafe." Food is good. Its so popular with locals that they make dinner reservations. Unusual for an airport restaurant! If you drop in for dinner be sure to tell 'em you flew in…it may cut down on the long wait. Seating is no problem for lunch or weekend breakfast.****Update Info needed****(Feb 96)
• In Oct 97, a pilot reported that GA parking near the terminal was limited, and the FBO wanted either fuel purchase or a $10 parking fee. (Oct 97)

SEVEN SPRINGS: (7SP) Next to Indian Head VOR and NW of Cumberland is a mountain-top, 3,045' X 45’ paved strip near a ski resort. Airstrip closed betw’n Dec 1 & APR 15 (check NOTAMS for exact dates.) Resort has "Helen’s," a gourmet restaurant; reported to feature a lavish Sunday Brunch buffet for $14.95 and a huge seafood buffet from 5-10PM on Friday nights. A bit ‘pricy’, but food & service reported as good. During summer & fall months call the resort directly from the courtesy phone outside the term. bldg for transport. They operate a free shuttle & will pick you up at the field. (Aug ‘98)

SMOKETOWN: (37PA) Located on the eastern outskirts of Lancaster City, next to the old PRR tracks. A neat, well-kept, small-town airport, owned/operated by an Amish family. Several fly-in breakfasts held here each year, open to all. No food on the field, but just walk out to the main road and…..

• Turn right and there is a neat little deli called "T. Burke's Deli" about 1/2 block away, which serves great sandwiches and light fare. Owner is a pilot. Believe it is closed Sundays.
• Turn left and a short walk away is "Alex Austin's Steakhouse." Good menu & reasonable prices. 10am-10pm Mon-Sat; 10am-3pm Sundays. Popular with local folks. Info call: 717-394-2539.
• Behind the FBO is Craig’s Lunchbox, a cozy sandwich & soup place, open daily 8am - 2:30pm.(Jul 97)

WILLIAMSPORT-LYCOMING CO: (1PT) Located in the Susquehanna Valley, east of the city. "Skyview Restaurant & Lounge" is located in the terminal building with a nice view of the river and mountains. Rest. speciality is -lobster & steaks. 8am-8pm (Tues; 8am-2pm).. Info call; 717-368-2031. (Apr 98)

WILKES-BARRE/SCRANTON INTL: (AVP) Montage Ski Resort, 10 mi. from arpt, has excellent beginner, intermediate & expert slopes (bring own skis for expert slopes).

• Scranton also has "Steamtown Railroad Park" and the "Lakawanna Coal Mine Museum."
• Good FBO facilities plus food in terminal restaurant. Fees waived with fuel purchase. Makes for a good cross-country flight on a crisp fall day.****Update info needed****
• Three blocks away is "Damon's" rib house. Food reported to be great. (Jan 98)

YORK: (THV) "Orville's" is a small, family-run restaurant in the terminal building, next to the pilot shop. Only a 10-table dining room, but has a nice "homey" atmosphere. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Light fare. Food and service is excellent, and prices reasonable. Closed Monday. Open 6am-2pm Tuesday & Wednesday, 6am-9pm Thursday thru Saturday; and 8am-6pm on Sundays. Phone: 717-792-6233. (Oct 98).

NEW JERSEY

ATLANTIC CITY-BADER FIELD: (AIY) Boardwalk is a mile away. Taxi service avail. No landing or parking fee at this writing.

• Check out the famous old "White House Deli" (Sub Shop) on Arctic Street. Walls are covered with photos of the rich & famous and the subs are reported to be terrific! City bus #504, which stops across the street from the airport, will take you there. Have to walk a block to catch the return bus. Runs about every half hour.

FLYING "W" AIRPORT: (N14) Fly-in resort in Medford, NJ. Reader recommended as a great weekend place. Has accomodations, restaurant, pool, stables, and lots of weekend entertainment. Sunday brunch buffet is a specialty. 3,500' pvd runway. Plenty of acft pkg. Friendly & helpful FBO folks. Also active field for flight training and acft maint. Arpt opns info call: 609-267-7673. Resort info call 609-267-8787. (Aug 98)

MILLVILLE MUNI: (MIV)

• Fly-in and visit the small museum located on the airport specializing in memorabilia from the field’s WWII days as a P-47 training base. Museum is housed in one of the original small buildings, painted up in camoflage colors. Building was once used as the base stockade. Lots of interesting stuff to look at. Taxi to north end of ramp...look for the beacon.
• A huge 5-story mural on the side of the city hall, was dedicated in the Spring of ‘98 in memory of the 14 student pilots who died in training accidents during WWII at Millville Army Airfield.
• Flightline Restaurant "The Jug" (609-825-3200) is very popular with local pilots, especially on Saturday mornings. Reported to put out a super breakfast: great pancakes, and even grits!. Located near threshold of RWY 19; taxi up to fence right in front of restaurant. Open 6AM to 2PM. (Aug 98)

OCEAN CITY: (26N) Golf course next to airport; proshop restaurant & FBO in same bldg. Food is typical of most airport cafes. $7 tie-down fee. ****Update info needed****

• Beach is 3 blocks away, plus a 1/2 mile walk. Cab fare to town is $6.(Feb 98)

SKY MANOR: (N40) Located approx 20 nm SE of Allentown/Bethlehem airport, near Pittstown N.J. has a restaurant on the airport, called Sky Manor Cafe. Food is good, plentiful & priced right, with a Friday buffet and a Sunday Brunch. Order the "Co-Pilot Burger," recommends one pilot reader! Closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. Another reader reports that quality has slipped a bit. (Nov ‘97)

WILDWOOD, CAPE MAY CO.: (WWD) Nearby Cape May with its Victorian homes, boardwalk, and seaside atmosphere makes this a interesting day-tripper candidate. Must use cab or rental car to get there. Note: parking fee of $6.

• Cape May is a good candidate for a weekend or overnight trip in Fall, after the seasonal crowds are gone. You can book one of many bed 'n breakfast places open that time of year by calling the Cape May Reservation Service; 1-800-729-7778.
• No food service on airport at this writing.*****update info needed******
• A portion of the old WWII Naval Air Station hangar is being converted into a museum. (Dec ‘97)

DELAWARE

WILMINGTON: (ILG) Lots of nearby restaurants, within walking distance from the transient ramp.

• Watch out for landing fees.
• "Air Transport Command" theme restaurant is within walking distance (¼ mile).
• Jake’s, reported to have Wilmington’s best burgers, is 1/2 to 1 mile walk. Located to your left as you cross the threshold of RWY 1. (Nov ‘98)