Lane Aviation, Inc. is embarking on its 79th year in business, a testament to our enduring commitment to the industry. Our company is built on a foundation of ethical business practices, instilling integrity in every aspect of Lane Aviation. This steadfastness has earned the trust of our valued customers, positioning us as the leading Air Tractor distributor for sales, service, and support. We owe our success to you, our customers, and we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support. Thank you!
Lane Aviation's association with agricultural aircraft sales began with George Lane and Leland Snow in College Station, Texas, in 1957; Leland was demonstrating the S-2A. George gave Leland a deposit on one of the first five built! Shortly after that, Lane Aviation became a dealer for Snow Aircraft. Therefore, when Leland Snow developed Air Tractor, Lane Aviation's business relationship with Snow was well established. In 1974, Lane Aviation was selected as the first Air Tractor dealer and has since sold more than anyone else in the world.
Lane Aviation has always been a family-run company. George's sons have both been involved in the company. Grant Lane served as president of Lane Aviation until his passing in July of 2023. Mark Lane served as a pilot, both repositioning aircraft and as a relief pilot during the season for nearby operators for many years.
Grant's son, Logan Lane, represents the third generation in this family business and now serves as President of Lane Aviation. Logan, with a background from Texas A&M in business and agriculture, is also an Instrument and Multi-engine, Commercially-rated pilot with experience ranging from Air Tractors to cabin-class aircraft. While Logan's fresh perspective lends itself to innovation, he has a foundation built on Grant's life-long experience in the agricultural aviation business. Grant's highly personalized customer service was a cornerstone customers counted on and valued. Whether an operator is transitioning to Air Tractors, moving from radials to turbine-powered aircraft, or updating their current fleet, Logan is there to offer help and advice along the way.
Lane Aviation operates from its airport in Rosenberg, Texas (T54), Lane Air Park. The maintenance facility can handle nearly every type of Air Tractor maintenance, including annual and periodic inspections, major airframe repairs and engine exchanges. The ability to perform up to and including hot section inspections and excellent business relationships with dedicated engine shops keep the customer well cared for. With Air Tractor factory training and multiple FAA-certified A&P and IA mechanics, the highest quality work can always be expected.
Also located at Lane Air Park is the fully stocked parts department of Lane Aviation, which has the most extensive stock of Air Tractor spares outside of the factory. Not only is it essential to have parts on hand to facilitate repairs made in the maintenance shop, but it's paramount to have an extensive inventory readily available to ship to our customers. Lane Aviation can offer same-day shipping on most orders. The first of its kind, Lane Aviation's parts department is available for online ordering at parts.laneav.com.
Lane Aviation has maintained its Part 137 aerial application operation for 70 years. That experience taught us how to best respond to ag operators' needs and helped us understand what it means to be AOG. Lane Aviation works diligently to ensure our customers get the required parts quickly. Whether a customer is two towns over or on another continent, Lane Aviation has the experience and expertise to get them back in the air.
In June 2024, Lane Aviation welcomed Patrick Humphrey to the team as its Operations Manager. Patrick brings a life-long affiliation with ag aviation and real-world application knowledge to the Lane Aviation family.
In July 2023, Grant E. Lane, President and CEO of Lane Aviation, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Although there is a hole left that cannot be filled, the staff at Lane Aviation will continue to provide the resources and support that honor Grant's legacy.
Lane Aviation, Inc. will be proudly exhibiting at NAAA's Ag Aviation Expo in Fort Worth from November 19 to 21, 2024. We invite everyone to stop by booth #1407 for a drink on us and good Texas conversation. Be sure to ask about our special convention sale prices for our industry-leading Lane brakes and fans. The Lane brake and fan combination for spray pumps has been proven to be as rugged and reliable as they come. See you in Fort Worth!
