138th Fighter Wing F-35A squadron bid
Summary
The council unanimously urged the Air Force to choose Tulsa's 138th Fighter Wing for the next Air National Guard F-35A squadron — a major long-term commitment for the base and local economy.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
The base brings roughly $220 million a year in economic benefit, and losing the mission could put those jobs at risk.
The Tulsa Air National Guard base, its airmen and the surrounding economy if the squadron is assigned.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Council (Regular) - Oct 14, 2026
The council unanimously urged the Air Force to choose Tulsa's 138th Fighter Wing for the next Air National Guard F-35A squadron — a major long-term commitment for the base and local economy.
Council Public Works Committee - Sep 30, 2026
Tulsa is competing against nine other Air National Guard bases for the next F-35A squadron, worth roughly $220 million a year in economic impact. The city's investments in fuel and munitions storage, the mission training center, and the Airman Center position the base well, with a short list expected in December.
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