Gamma Scuti is a bright star located in the constellation Scutum. It is classified as a type A main-sequence star, which means it is similar to our Sun but hotter and more luminous. Gamma Scuti is approximately 100 light-years away from Earth and has an apparent magnitude of around 3.5, making it visible to the naked eye. This star is part of a group of stars known as the Scutum constellation, which is relatively small but contains several interesting celestial objects. Gamma Scuti is notable for its position and brightness, contributing to the overall beauty of the night sky in its region.