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Gulfstream hosts aviation program for kids

Gulfstream Aerospace partnered with the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) to host the “Look Up” event held in Savannah. The event sought to encourage elementary, middle school, and high school students to explore possible careers in aviation.

Students were guided by GAMA communications director Katie Pribyl through an actual Cirrus SR22 aircraft. As the 30 students walked through the plane, Pribyl discussed possible careers in aviation. The group even proceeded to the cockpit to explore controls and avionics.

Three students from the Gulfstream youth apprentice program received 30-minute flights in the SR22.

“This is a great way to get students excited about aviation,” Pribyl commented. “A shortage of trained technical graduates is affecting every sector of the aerospace industry.  Our mission is a nationwide campaign to encourage kids of all ages to explore careers in this great industry."