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
Congress 88th (1963-1965)
Policy Area Aeronautics; Government Operations and Politics
Tribal Affiliation Non-specified
Source
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository