It’s usually a beater, or an old Crown Vic former police car, or someone’s ancient pickup, but it’s free transportation that is offered as a good neighbor policy—just fill it up with gas when you bring it back. We have even heard of brand-new, high-end luxury cars at some airports, too. Rumor is there’s a slick Jaguar on some quiet field out West. The courtesy car is usually just for use for a short period of time and sometimes the keys are simply under the mat—take the car to town for lunch and bring it back.
To be a good steward of GA and to exercise the privilege of using a courtesy car, you should observe these courtesies: Do not bring the car back on empty; do not leave trash, notes, or food in the car; don’t take the car for more than five to six hours; and do not get upset when the car is not available.