FAQ
ORDERING
CAN I ORDER DIRECT FROM AIRLINE GUITARS?
Yes! We sell Airline® Guitars directly from this website, and ship worldwide, straight to your door. Not sure about buying online? Don't fret... every order through us qualifies for our Zero-Risk Returns policy.
WHAT CURRENCY WILL I BE CHARGED IN?
The currency that is displayed and charged to you is based on the address that you are shopping from (unless you are using a VPN), as long as it is supported by our store. Our store currently supports many international currencies.
Please note that while we do charge in these currencies, prices on our website are always based on the USD value of the item. For example, if a guitar is priced at $499 USD, it will always display as $499 when viewing currencies in USD. When viewing in alternative currencies, the shown price may fluctuate depending on the current exchange rate from USD.
HOW DOES PRE-ORDERING WORK?
If the instrument you want is not currently in stock, but is available for pre-order, you can place an order for it now to reserve it. All pre-orders must be paid for at the time the order is placed. If you do not wish to pay the full amount up-front, we have financing options available which will allow you to spread the total cost over time.
Please see this page for a list of all incoming inventory.
CAN I EXPECT ANY ADDITIONAL FEES TO BE CHARGED AFTER ORDERING?
The amounts shown on your invoice reflect the exact amounts charged by us, through our store.
If your shipping address is outside of the United States, there will be taxes / import duties to pay post-purchase on delivery. (ie: if you are in Europe or Canada, VAT and any applicable import fees would be collected on delivery.)
Regardless of where you live, some customers may see a small (usually 3%) "International" or "FX" fee on their statement post-purchase. This is not a charge from us, but from your bank. Please contact your bank / credit card provider for more information if you've received such a charge.
CAN I CUSTOM ORDER A GUITAR?
At this time, we do not offer individual custom builds. That being said, we're always running ideas for new models on our Custom Projects page.
These are instruments that do not yet exist, but rather are ideas for new models that you can help come to fruition. Think of them as "Kickstarter" campaigns - we collect a small deposit up front, and if the project garners enough interest, the instrument goes into production. Once complete, we collect the remaining balance, and ship your guitar.
For more details, please see this page.
P.S.: We love hearing new suggestions for models. If you have an idea, please let us know!
SHIPPING
Orders are fulfilled and shipped from our warehouse which is located in Chicago, Illinois USA.
Each guitar will checked/tested/inspected and receive a professional set-up and adjustment before shipping. We process and ship most orders within 1-2 business days, however, from time to time (especially during the holidays and sale events) processing time may be delayed. Tracking will be provided when the order is processed. If you don't see tracking within 1-2 business days please check your spam folder and then check with us.
All of our shipments are 100% guaranteed. If an item is lost, damaged, or misplaced during transit, we've got your back. A signature will be required on delivery.
Please view our shipping page for more information.
Note about shipping times and upgrades: Default included shipping for most products is Standard Ground. Selecting one of the upgraded shipping options at checkout (ie: Overnight Shipping, or 2-Day Shipping, etc...) does not guarantee the item will arrive within that timeframe, it simply means it will be shipped via the selected service after processing.
HOW MUCH DOES SHIPPING COST?
For most* guitars, Domestic Shipping throughout the US is FREE. There are expedited options available as well, which you will be presented with at checkout.
If having a guitar shipped outside of the US, we offer fast and affordable shipping. A total shipping fee will be calculated at checkout, based on your address. If you would like to see the cost of shipping before purchase, simply begin the checkout process. Shipping rates will be presented before any payment or commitment to order is required.
RETURNS
DO YOU HAVE A RETURN POLICY?
Yes. If you are not happy, we are not happy. If you receive your item and simply do not like it for any reason, you can return for a refund within 45 days of your purchase date*
If the item is "not as advertised", damaged or needs additional setup, we will refund, repair or replace at our expense, including shipping costs.
For more information about returns, please view our zero-risk returns page (link above).
HOW ARE REFUNDS CONDUCTED?
More often than not, when our customers send a guitar back it is for replacement or exchange for another model. However, If a refund is agreed upon, it will be issued via the same payment method that was used to place the order. Even if an original credit card has expired or has been canceled, refunds sent back to these cards are typically redirected to a new card. The only circumstances in which a refund would not be sent back to the original payment method are the following:
The order was paid for using cryptocurrency: All cryptocurrency purchases are refunded in USD, based on the exchange rate at the time of purchase.
The time limit for refunds via certain payment method has expired: Some payment providers (such as PayPal Express) have a strict deadline on when a transaction can be refunded. If a refund is decided upon after the deadline has been reached, an alternative method will be arranged.
PRODUCT
WHERE ARE YOUR GUITARS MADE?
We make Airline® Guitars in some of the best factories based in Korea, Indonesia, and China. Final inspections and set-ups are conducted at our facility just outside Chicago, IL USA. Many accessories such as cases and Airline straps are Made in Canada.
HOW MUCH DO YOUR GUITARS WEIGH?
While it's a pretty safe bet to say that a Thunderstick will weigh a lot less than an Airline H78, there are a number of variables that can affect an instrument's final weight. After all, wood is an organic material; even two of the exact same models built at the exact same time and using the same materials can have a different weight.
For this reason, any weight measurements published on our website are to be considered as averages only. Final results are usually close to these values, but can sometimes be +/- as much as a pound or more. If you need an instrument to be within a specific weight range, we will do what we can to accommodate you.
DO YOUR GUITARS COME WITH A WARRANTY?
Yes, when you purchase from this website you are automatically enrolled in Airline's Limited Lifetime Warranty Program. Airline warrants all instruments to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for as long as the original retail purchaser owns it. Electronics, tuning machines, and case hardware are warranted for a period of one year from the date of original purchase.
DO YOUR GUITARS SHIP WITH A CASE INCLUDED?
Unless otherwise specified, any guitar purchased from our web-store will not ship with a case included. Please view our Case / Gig Bag selection for availability.
GIFT CARDS / CREDIT NOTES
You can purchase a digital gift card of varying values from our store here. Upon purchase, you will receive an e-mail which includes a code which can be applied to a future order. Gift Cards can be used toward any item on our store, and have no expiry.
I HAVE A CREDIT NOTE. HOW CAN I USE IT?
If you have received a credit note from one of our staff members, please contact us at info@airlineguitars.com to apply it to a future order. Please note that all credit notes expire after three years.
ARTISTS
I AM A PROFESSIONAL MUSICIAN. CAN I GET AN AIRLINE DISCOUNT?
Please fill out our Airline Artists Submission Form.
Preferred requirements are that you or your band:
- Tour nationally.
- Have recorded material for sale.
- Have a press kit to send us.
- Are on a record label.
- Have management.
or,
- You are a studio musician who works with high profile artists.
DEALERS
HOW CAN I BECOME A DEALER FOR AIRLINE GUITARS?
If you are interested in becoming a dealer, please fill out our Airline Guitars Dealer Application Form.