Senator Pugh Speaks at Advanced Air Mobility Multistate Collaborative at Oklahoma State Capitol

OKLAHOMA CITY - Senator Adam Pugh, R-Edmond, chairman of the Oklahoma Legislative Aero Caucus and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, addressed industry leaders, aviation experts and fellow policymakers today at the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Multistate Collaborative meeting held at the Oklahoma State Capitol.

Hosted by the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics, the event brought together partners from across the aviation sector to discuss the future of air mobility and the emerging technologies shaping the next generation of aircraft, including Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (sUAS) and Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) vehicles.

“This is an exciting time for Oklahoma and for the entire aviation industry,” said Senator Pugh. “Advanced Air Mobility represents more than just innovation. It’s about creating safer, more efficient and sustainable transportation solutions that will define how we connect our communities for decades to come. As a state, we’re proud to be at the forefront of this transformation. Oklahoma is committed to ensuring our infrastructure and workforce are ready for this evolution. Through collaboration with our industry partners and fellow states, we can unlock the full potential of AAM, strengthen our economy and further cement Oklahoma’s role as a national leader in aerospace and aviation.”

The AAM Multistate Collaborative, formed in 2023, provides a national forum for states to align policies, infrastructure planning and regulatory frameworks that support the safe and effective deployment of AAM technologies. While the Federal Aviation Administration governs operations in national airspace, state and local governments play a critical role in enabling AAM at the ground level through planning, funding and policy development.

Today’s meeting featured presentations from industry stakeholders and aviation professionals, with a focus on infrastructure development, public-private partnerships and harmonizing state-level regulations with federal guidelines.

The AAM Multistate Collaborative continues to grow, uniting states around a shared goal of advancing air mobility technologies, while supporting traditional aviation systems and promoting sustainable aerospace transportation.

For more information on Oklahoma’s role in AAM and aerospace development, visit https://oklahoma.gov/aerospace.html. 

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