Community Outreach
Center Extended Invitation to Attend Hidden Figures Gold Medal Ceremony

Congressman Frank Lucas (R-OK) invited the Aeronautical Center to attend a Hidden Figures Gold Medal Ceremony in Washington, D.C., on September 18th. Click for more…

 
Young Minds, Big Ideas as Demonstrated by 7th Graders at Innovation Week

MMAC’s STEM/AVSED Outreach Representatives launched FY-25 by engaging more than 1,200 Oklahoma City students in hands-on STEAM activities at Innovation Week, inspiring future careers in science and technology. Click for more…

 
Combined Federal Campaign: Give Happy and Make a Difference!

Celebrate the season of giving – join the Combined Federal Campaign and discover how you can GIVE HAPPY! Click for more…

 
Indian Country Business Summit Expands FAA Vendor Pool

Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center representatives engaged with Native and Tribally-owned businesses at the 2024 Indian Country Business Summit, fostering connections and supporting small business outreach goals. Click for more…

 
Howze to Win Keller Sullivan Award

Congratulations to Melissa Howze, this year’s Keller Sullivan Award recipient, for her inspiring advocacy for employees with disabilities and her dedication to inclusive hiring at the Aeronautical Center. Click for more…

 
Small Business, Big Impact: Highlights from MMAC’s Small Business Industry Day
Vol.10 Issue 7

On July 18, 2024, the FAA Small Business Program Office (AAP-20) held its 10th Annual Small & Disadvantaged Business Industry Day and Matchmaking Event at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC). Click for more…

 
OSU and FAA – A Joint Effort to Empower the Next Generation of Professionals
Vol.10 Issue 7

The Capstone program office recently organized a STEM-focused tour of the Aeronautical Center for Oklahoma State University’s (OSU) STEM faculty members, department heads, and other FAA and OSU Capstone program stakeholders. Click for more…

 
Calling All Volunteers for Upcoming STEM Outreach Events
Vol.10 Issue 7

Join us to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders – volunteer at our upcoming fall outreach events! Click for more…

 
Nominations Open for the Keller Sullivan Award
Vol.10 Issue 7

The National Coalition of Federal Aviation Employees with Disabilities (NCFAED) welcomes nominations for the annual Keller Sullivan Award. Click for more…

 
The National Black Coalition Celebrates Juneteenth with a Hybrid Event
Vol.10 Issue 6

The National Black Coalition of Federal Aviation Employees hosted a hybrid celebration for the June 19th holiday. Click for more…

 
Calling All Industrial Engineers – Interested in Capitalizing on Synergies of One Another?
Vol.10 Issue 6

Industrial Engineers in the FAA recently shared ideas in a virtual meeting which proved to be "synergetically" fruitful. Click for more…

 
Another Year, Another Success: the 7th Annual Human System Integration Summit
Vol.10 Issue 6

The Aeronautical Center proudly hosted another engaging Summit, this time highlighting research in augmented, extended, and mixed reality applications. Click for more…

 
The National Black Coalition Celebrates Juneteenth with a Hybrid Event
Vol.10 Issue 6

The National Black Coalition of Federal Aviation Employees hosted a hybrid celebration for the June 19th holiday. Click for more…

 
Trailblazing a STEM Career: Lessons from ACE Camp
Vol.10 Issue 5

Today, Christian Eden is an Ensign in the NOAA Corps, earning hours for his commercial-type rating to become a NOAA pilot. Just 10 years ago, he was a student in the FAA’s ACE Camp, learning about NOAA through a helicopter pilot’’s experience with storm chasing. Click for more…

 
Aeronautical Center Takes Deep Dive into Conservation Efforts with Capstone Students
Vol.10 Issue 5

Each semester, organizations throughout the Aeronautical Center (MMAC) have the opportunity to collaborate on work projects with college students. Click for more…

 
10th Annual Small Business Industry Day Slated for July 18
Vol.10 Issue 5

On Thursday, July 18th, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (CST), the FAA’s Small Business Development Program Office (AAP-20) is hosting the 10th Annual Small and Disadvantaged Business Outreach/Industry Day event at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC). Click for more…

 
Impacting the Community One Hour at a Time
Vol.10 Issue 5

Aeronautical Center volunteers donated two hours of their time, sorting and packing boxes of multi-grain cereal to help hungry Oklahomans. Click for more…

 
Third Time is a Charm as AsCEnD Cohort 3 Kicks-Off
Vol.10 Issue 5

Aeronautical Center Employee Development (AsCEnD) cohort 3 has kicked off their 7-month adventure! Click for more…

 
ACE Camp Applications Now Open
Vol.10 Issue 4

Applications are now being accepted for the FAA’s Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center Aviation Career Education (ACE) Camp. Click for more…

 
STEM Activities Help Blow Away Scissortail Wind Festival
Vol.10 Issue 4

When Oklahoma winds blow from 20-40 mph, many people don’t think that’s cause for an outdoor celebration, but the folks at the Scissortail Park and the Innovation District agree, that it’s the ideal time to celebrate the effects of Mother Nature! Click for more…

 
MMAC Volunteers Know How to Talk Trash
Vol.10 Issue 4

Volunteers from MMAC did more than talk trash. They collected over fifty large garbage bags of debris from roadsides near the Aeronautical Center! Click for more…

 
Continuing to Inspire Our Next Generation Through STEM
Vol.10 Issue 4

Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center’s outreach towards Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics continues to grow, as many professionals are jumping on board to help our nation’s youth plan their future goals. Click for more…

 
MMAC’s Neighbor, AAR, Set to Expand in 2026
Vol.10 Issue 4

Located about 10 minutes away, on the other side of the runway of Will Rogers World Airport (just east of the Aeronautical Center) is the AAR Corporation. Click for more…

 
Human Systems Integration (HSI) Summit 2024
Vol.10 Issue 3

Save the Date! The HSI Summit is coming up! Tune in virtually on June 4th, 2024, for information about "The Emerging State of Technologies that Aid Human Learning, Training, Performance, and Efficiency". Click for more…

 
FAA Hosts Drone Obstacle Course for Oklahoma Engineering Fair
Vol.10 Issue 3

The Aeronautical Center participated in the 43rd Annual Oklahoma Engineering Foundation’s Engineering Fair held at the Science Museum Oklahoma on Wednesday, February 21st. Click for more…

 
MMAC Makes Large Presence at Junior Achievement Career Exploration Fair in Tulsa
Vol.10 Issue 3

For the second year, a handful of STEM Outreach Representatives from the FAA Academy and MMAC’s Executive Services and Outreach office participated in the annual JA Inspire event in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Click for more…

 
FAA Volunteer Hours Convert into Helping Hungry Oklahomans
Vol.10 Issue 3

Testimonies from some FAA employees highlighting their time volunteering at the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma on the evening of March 20, 2024. Click for more…

 
Expanding Horizons: STEM AVSED Outreach February Highlights
Vol.10 Issue 2

The Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center’s commitment to growing Oklahoma’s workforce through high-quality STEM AVSED opportunities remains unwavering, and this month has been particularly impactful. Click for more…

 
Creating a More Peaceful World Through Art
Vol.10 Issue 2

A handful of Launching Pad students have obtained national recognition for their artistic efforts. Click for more…

 
Looking Ahead to the 2024 STEM Year
Vol.10 Issue 1

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) represent a growing career field among many industries. STEM Outreach Representatives are needed to support the ever-developing aviation industry. Click for more…

 
Introducing the Revamped Season of "The Air Up There" Podcast
Vol.10 Issue 1

Exciting news is in the air as "The Air Up There" podcast unveils its new season and beyond! Click for more…

 
2023 Wraps Up CFC Campaign
Vol.10 Issue 1

The 2023 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) has officially come to an end! Click for more…

 
After-School Aviation Program Being Tested for Middle School Students
Vol.10 Issue 1

This program is the first of its kind in our state. Click for more…

 
PIREPs Executive Summary
Vol.9 Issue 8

After a 6-month proof of concept study, a way to modernize Pilot Reports (PIREPS) demonstrates a better way of doing things. Click for more…

 
Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center Tech Talks Reveal Generative AI Concepts
Vol.9 Issue 8

MMAC recently hosted Tech Talks covering Generative Artificial Intelligence and how it can improve efficiency in future operations. Click for more…

 
Time Out for Fun
Vol.9 Issue 8

Children of the Launching Pad Childcare Facility were excited to participate in MMAC’s Trunk or Treat! Click for more…

 
STEM Activities Keep Outreach Representatives Busy
Vol.9 Issue 8

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) outreach events are keeping the STEM volunteers busy! Click for more…

 
Capturing the Spirit of the Combined Federal Campaign
Vol.9 Issue 8

As of the writing of this article, the Aeronautical Center has raised… Click for more…

 
 
 
 
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