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Sonic Boom Controversy in Oklahoma City: Dooms and Protests

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0028

Dates

  • 88th (1963-1965)

Scope and Contents

The text discusses the controversy surrounding sonic boom testing in Oklahoma City. Councilman William Kessler and residents protested against the testing, citing lack of approval from the people and potential damage. The anti-boom group planned to exert political pressure and petition legislators to stop the testing. The FAA received numerous damage claims from residents, with some being recommended for payment. Residents expressed concerns about structural damage caused by the sonic booms.

Creator

Kessler, Edwin, III, 1928-2017

Congress 88th (1963-1965)

Policy Area Aeronautics; Government Operations and Politics

Tribal Affiliation Non-specified
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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