Oklahoma City Split Over Sonic Boom Experiment, 1964-05-17

Oklahoma City is divided over a test called Operation Bongo, which involves daily sonic booms for 15 weeks. Some residents are irked and seeking court aid to end the test, while others see it as a contribution to progress. The Federal Aviation Administration is conducting the experiment to study the effects of supersonic transport operations. The tests have caused unrest and threats against officials, with some residents feeling like guinea pigs. There is debate over the constitutionality and necessity of the tests, with concerns about damage and annoyance to the public.