Concerns about Sonic Boom Testing in Oklahoma City, 1964-03-23
Scope and Contents
The letter acknowledges Mrs. Drennan's concerns about the sonic boom studies being conducted in Oklahoma City by the Federal Aviation Agency. The FAA promised to address complaints and pay damage claims. Civic leaders supported the testing in hopes of attracting aviation industries to Central Oklahoma. The FAA has issued a pamphlet about the program in response to public reaction. Mrs. Drennan urges Senator Monroney to stop the sonic boom tests due to the damage they are causing to homes and health.
Dates
- Broadcast: 1964-03-23
Creator
- From the Collection: Monroney, Almer Stillwell (Mike), United States Senator from Oklahoma (1951-1969); U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 5th district (1939-1951), 1902-1980 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
Full Extent
3 pages
Abstract
88th (1963-1965)
General
Science, Technology, Communications
Topical
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository