Aerospace Firms Join Area Employers at O'Fallon Township High School Skilled Trades and Career Fair

By Carmelo Turdo

St. Louis and Metro-East area aerospace businesses participated in the O'Fallon Township, IL High School Skilled Trades and Career Fair today in the school's Panther Dome. The facility was packed with exhibitors, including aerospace firms Gulfstream Aerospace, West Star Aviation and the Southwestern Illinois College Aviation Program, offering career opportunity guidance to students on a wide range of technical careers. The Gateway Youth Aeronautical Foundation was also present, encouraging everyone to explore aviation industry options and visit the Foundation to participate in the upcoming spring and summer programs. The Schools's JROTC program and military branches were also represented. 

Here we feature some of the exhibitors representing various industries interacting with the students. The Aero Experience thanks Special Education Instructor Christina Buehler and everyone who contributed to making this another great youth development event.