For decades, the E-3 Sentry aircraft (AWACS) stationed at Tinker Air Force Base has helped position Oklahoma as a cornerstone of the nation’s airborne surveillance and command operations while supporting thousands of aerospace and defense jobs across the state.
Oklahoma continues to play a significant role in the nation’s defense infrastructure, ranking among the top states for military presence.
Nearly 100 megawatts of new, fast-responding power generation capacity have been added near Tinker Air Force Base, strengthening grid reliability for the Oklahoma City region while supporting mission readiness at one of the metro’s largest economic drivers.
The Tinker Air Show returns June 28-29 and will feature the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, marking their first appearance at Tinker Air Force Base since 2019.
Long Wave Inc., an Oklahoma City-based defense contractor, has been selected as a subcontractor for Northrop Grumman Systems Corp.’s $3.5 billion contract supporting the U.S. Navy’s TACAMO Recapitalization Program.
The Defense Logistics Agency's decision to award Pratt & Whitney with this extensive contract is the culmination of a decades-long collaboration with the 448th Supply Chain Management Wing at Tinker Air Force Base.
The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s economic development team is flying high after attending some of the world’s largest aviation events. Each appearance is vital to ensuring the industry continues to thrive in the Oklahoma City region.
In this month's Leadership Notes, Chamber President & CEO Christy Gillenwater recognizes the value in fostering relationships, especially in light of the recent Pratt & Whitney expansion announcement made last month.
