American Airlines Receives $22 Million From Oklahoma To Improve Facility In Tulsa

A State of Oklahoma incentive program awarded American Airlines $22 million on Wednesday to improve the airline’s maintenance base and engine repair and overhaul facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

This investment from the State of Oklahoma's Business Expansion Incentive Program means American Airlines has announced over $400 million in enhancements and maintenance improvements the last three years.

The new investment will be received over three years.

“We graciously thank Governor Stitt, Lieutenant Governor Pinnell and the State of Oklahoma Department of Commerce for recognizing the important work our team does and appreciate their investment in the future of our Tulsa maintenance base,” said Greg Emerson, American’s Vice President of Base Maintenance and Facilities. “American has a long, rich history in Oklahoma and this investment in our Tech Ops – Tulsa facility and team members ensures a bright future for years to come. We’re also eager to add more than 300 new team members to our team in high-paying jobs as a result of this investment, further bolstering our presence in the Tulsa community.”

American Airlines said these funds are in addition to the recent $31.6 million capital investment in the engine shop to modernize machinery and an ongoing improvement project at Tech Ops.

"For Oklahoma's business sector to succeed, we must support the existing companies that are right here in Oklahoma," said Matt Pinnell, Oklahoma Lt. Governor and Secretary of Workforce and Economic Development. “Because of resources like the Business Expansion Incentive Program and the P3 Pooled Finance Program, Oklahoma companies will strengthen and grow, boosting local economies and moving our state forward."

American Airlines said it is hiring more than 300 new team members at Tech Ops as a direct result of these investments.