A Family Owned FBO offering
- Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection
- Aircraft Retrieval and Transport
and who believe in One-on-One
contact with our customer.
- Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection
- Aircraft Retrieval and Transport
contact with our customer.
Centrally located in the US, just 19 nautical miles west of Lincoln, NE. Whisler Aviation is always nearby to facilitate the Maintenance and Inspection of your aircraft, along with providing Aircraft Retrieval and Transport Services.
Maintenance
Our mechanics are FAA-certified Airframe and Powerplant A&P Mechanics knowledgeable in all major general aviation piston engines. All inspections and maintenance are performed by or under the supervision of Inspection Authorization (IA) technicians. We will do the work for you, and we will do it well.
Services Available
- Annual Inspections
- 100 Hr. Inspections
- Condition Inspections
- Prepurchase Inspections
- Preventative Maintenance
- General Maintenance
Call us at 402-643-2226 for more information.
Aircraft Retrieval & Transport
We work with insurance companies, maintenance facilities, military, individuals, static displays and museums.
The disassembly and transportation of non-flyable aircraft is a specialty we’ve perfected over 32 years of experience working with nearly every conceivable type of aircraft.
Transport Highlight
In July 2023, Whisler Aviation transported an historic Higgins Boat from California to Nebraska. Read More
Call us at 402-643-2226 for more information.
About Us
Greg Whisler
A&P & IA
Greg was a technician maintaining helicopters for the Nebraska Army National Guard in Lincoln and retired after 20 years of service. He now has over 40 years experience as an Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic with an Inspector’s Authorization.
Terri Whisler
Fabric Specialist & Bookeeper
Terri, an army veteran, is the Office Manager and handles the bookkeeping duties for the business as well as fabric restoration and repairs.
Jon Patak
Transportation and Retrieval
Jon does Aircraft Retrieval, Airport Maintenance and is training as an A&P Mechanic. He has 25 yrs experience in the auto body, paint & collision field as well as auto maintenance. Jon has been with us since Oct 2020.
Call us at 402-643-2226 for more information.
Seward Municipal Airport (KSWT)
Located 3 miles south of Seward, Nebraska, on Hwy 15; or 3 miles North of I-80 (Exit 379) on Hwy 15
Important Information
- Coordinates: N 40º51.92’; W 97º06.56’
- Category Airport: B II
- Runways: 16-34 4200′ x 75′ concrete
- 04-22: 3400’ X 150’ Turf
- Approaches for RWY 16-34: RNAV (GPS)
- Field Elevation: 1505’ MSL
- UNICOM: 122.8
- PAPI: 16-34
- Lincoln ATIS: 118.050
- Lincoln Approach: 124.0
KSWT Features
- Lights: Pilot Controlled Lighting
- Runway and Taxiway on 122.8 (UNICOM)
- Beacon: Sunset to Sunrise
- 24r Hr. Credit Card Fueling
- 24 Hr. Terminal Building
- Computerized Weather
- Public Pay Phone
- Courtesy Car
- No Tie Down Fees
- Heated Hangar for Overnight Stays (*Must be scheduled in advance and only if available*)
Seward Nebraska
Shopping
Downtown Seward is 3 miles North of KSWT.
Super WalMart is 1/2 mile North of KSWT.
Dining
La Carreta • Amigos • Runza • Dairy Queen • Subway
Godfather Pizza • Dragon Palace • Pizza Hut McDonalds • Valentinos • Pac N Save Deli
Cafe on the Square • Bagels and Jo • Domino’s Pizza
Scooters Coffee Shop • Jimmy John’s
Motels
• Cobblestone Inn (402) 646-1004
• Sunset Inn (402) 643-3388
• East Hill Motel (402) 643-3679
