Category Archives: Photos

Louisiana One or Mardi Gras One? We’ll let you decide.

A stunning nighttime departure captured at STL, showing off one of Southwest Airlines’ most colorful liveries as it climbs into the sky.

Winter Storm Fern may have slowed things down, but it didn’t stop STL.

Thanks to the dedication of our operations teams, partners, and crews across the airport, runways were cleared, safety came first, and travel continued. Stay warm!

A foggy night settles over Runway 12R–30L at STL, where runway lights cut cleanly through the haze and guide aircraft safely home.

Before the rush and roar of another busy day at STL, there’s a beautiful view.

Enjoy this nice, quiet morning moment with us, courtesy of Jerry Moore.

Some nights at STL are truly unforgettable.
Captured by Melanie Graves, this stunning moment shows the view while approaching Runway 11, where the runway lights met an unexpected guest… the northern lights shimmering overhead!
Even in the most familiar places, travel still holds a little magic.

From lightning strikes to golden-hour landings, snowy runways to soaring departures… 2025 gave us a lot to reflect on.

We wanted to share our Top 10 Photos of the Week, each one telling a small part of a larger STL story.

Thank you to everyone who helped capture the year from every angle!

One last stop before Christmas morning.

Bertie’s wrapping up her holiday visit at STL by wishing everyone a joyful Christmas Eve and a season full of safe travels and good cheer!

Santa and his holiday team didn’t arrive at STL alone this week. He’s escorted by the airport’s busiest elf, Bertie!

Bertie did a great job of making sure that Santa and his helpers got the full STL welcome. Keep an eye out… she tends to pop up anywhere there’s magic to supervise.

Holiday sounds filled Terminal 2 this week as the Pattonville High School Chamber Choir brought carols to STL!

The group is performing as part of a special program sponsored by the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association and moments like these turn any regular travel day into something memorable, spreading joy to travelers, families, and staff alike.

Welcome to STL, Bertie!

Our newest (and possibly tiniest) holiday traveler has officially touched down, passport in hand and plenty of mischief in mind.

She’s already wandered off somewhere else in the airport and we can’t wait to see where she pops up next.

Keep your eyes open! Bertie moves fast for someone with legs made of felt.