Oklahoma Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission Special Commission Meeting
The commission agenda included legislative updates for the upcoming session, discussion of the 2026 legislative agenda covering tax credits and space industry initiatives, and a review of airport construction grant program change orders. The commission also considered approvals for various state grants for airport infrastructure projects, such as hangar construction, taxiway realignment, and terminal improvements. Additionally, the meeting included a contract renewal for the MITRE Corporation, updates on aerospace education programs, and a review of upcoming events and sponsorship requests.
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Oklahoma Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission Board Meeting
The commission reviewed and approved several administrative and construction-related items. Discussions included the introduction of a new executive assistant, the initiation of the administrative rulemaking process for airport construction and education grant programs, and updates on change orders for runway reconstruction. The board approved the inclusion of several airport projects in the five-year construction program, including studies and improvements at Ada Regional Airport, Kingfisher Airport, Goldsby Airport, Frederick Regional Airport, Purcell Municipal Airport, and Seminole Municipal Airport, covering projects such as runway extensions, electrical rehabilitation, terminal construction, and hangar development.
Mar 11, 2026·Board meeting
Oklahoma Aerospace And Aeronautics Commission Meeting
The meeting agenda included compliance announcements for the Open Meeting Act, the call to order, and the approval of the minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting. Key discussions involved receiving a financial report and legislative/regulatory updates. A significant portion was dedicated to the Airport Construction Grant Program, including briefings and considerations for approving change orders for projects at Okemah Municipal Airport and Clinton-Sherman Airport (Burns Flat), and approving amendments for grants concerning Jet A fuel system installation at William R Pogue Airport (Sand Springs). The Commission considered approving amendments to the Five-Year Airport Construction Program (FY2026-2030) to add projects at Ardmore Municipal, Clinton-Sherman, and OKC Will Rogers International Airports. Further action was required to approve state grants for projects at OKC Will Rogers International and Tahlequah Municipal Airports, and a PREP Fund grant for Ardmore Municipal Airport. Authorization for contracts for pavement rehabilitation at Clinton Sherman Airport was also on the agenda. The Commission received a briefing on recommendations for the FY2027-2031 Airport Construction Program, requiring it to move into the public comment phase. Other items included considering an amendment for the Aircraft Engine Test Cell Grant in Bristow and approving a partnership with Tulsa Innovation Labs for the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Infrastructure Investment Program. The agenda concluded with updates on education programs and a discussion and possible action regarding an executive session to discuss the resignation of the Director of Government Affairs, Industry Development and Communications.
Jan 21, 2026·Board meeting
Oklahoma Aerospace And Aeronautics Commission Agenda
The key discussion topics for this meeting included the announcement of compliance with the Open Meeting Act and the introduction of a new Commissioner for the 3rd Congressional District. Financial reports and legislative/regulatory updates were presented for information only. The Commission considered action on approving recommended changes to the agency's administrative rules for Title 25, Chapter 15. Significant agenda items involved the Airport Construction Grant Program, including considering approvals for state grants for hangar construction at El Reno Regional Airport and runway/taxiway improvements at the University of Oklahoma Westheimer Airport. The agenda also covered approving design costs for terminal/FBO hangar rehabilitation at William R Pogue Municipal Airport, approving contracts for pavement investigation and management system updates/training at Clinton-Sherman Airport, and reviewing updates on the PREP Fund, 5010 inspections, the Aircraft Pilot and Passenger Protection Act, and Wind Energy Development Act compliance. The meeting also included updates on the 2025 Airport Construction Program, UAS activities, and aerospace education programs. A possible executive session was scheduled to discuss confidential communications regarding litigation.
