The Aero Experience Road Trip: Illinois Aviation Monuments Feature Military Aircraft

By Carmelo Turdo

Today's Midwest Aviation road trip takes us to Metro East Illinois, just across the river from St. Louis.  Three monuments featuring retired military aircraft were on the itinerary, and we have included several photos of each below.  The Aero Experience is a strong supporter of our military service members, and we are gratified to find and illustrate public monuments that represent the gratitude shown to them by our Midwest communities. Today, Edwardsville, East Alton and Granite City Illinois are featured in this monumental photo essay.

Robert C. Stille Edwardsville Township Community Park: 

LTV A-7E Corsair II s/n 159303

    





St. Louis Regional Airport, East Alton: F-4C Phantom II s/n 63-0491

Wilson Park, Granite City: Republic/GM F-84F Thunderstreak s/n 51-9451