Roaming St. Louis: Private flyers, aviation industry love the downtown airport

St. Louis Downtown Airport
An aerial view of the St. Louis Downtown Airport Photo credit Bi-State Development

In this week's Roaming St. Louis segment, KMOX host Scott Jagow visits the relatively unknown St. Louis Downtown Airport. Located in the Cahokia Heights/Sauget area, the airport is home to three flight schools, business and private charters, and a new jet engine testing facility among other things. It also has a rich history.

Scott talks with airport director Sandra Shore and Bi-State Development's Mary Lamie. Listen to the full interview below.

St. Louis Downtown Airport
Airport director Sandra Shore (left) and Bi-State Development's Mary Lamie at the St. Louis Downtown Airport Photo credit Scott Jagow
St. Louis Downtown Airport
The airport promotes convenience and amenities as part of its appeal Photo credit Scott Jagow
St. Louis Downtown Airport
Work being done on a new ground engine run up and compass calibration pad Photo credit Scott Jagow
St. Louis Downtown Airport
Gulfstream has announced further expansion efforts at St. Louis Downtown Airport Photo credit Scott Jagow
Featured Image Photo Credit: Bi-State Development/St. Louis Downtown Airport