A Legacy of Leadership in Agricultural Aviation
Our Organizational History

The Oklahoma Agricultural Aviation Association (OAAA) traces its roots to informal meetings in the 1950s, with formal organization around 1960 and records beginning in 1977. Over the decades, the association evolved through leadership changes, legislative advocacy, technological advancements, and responses to regulatory and public concerns, such as pesticide laws and national security events. The OAAA has continually adapted through the years to continue to provide exceptional services to producers within the state of Oklahoma and surrounding states. The association remains active in supporting aerial applicators and engaging with legislators.

Our Organizational Mission

The Oklahoma Agricultural Aviation Association (OAAA) serves as a professional organization dedicated to supporting individuals in the agricultural aviation industry. Its mission centers on promoting safety, minimizing drift, and offering opportunities for professional growth and networking among its members. OAAA also contributes to research and educational initiatives aimed at improving the effectiveness and safety of aerial applications in both agriculture and public health.

Board Members

Matthew A. Regier

President
Central Custom Ag Aviation

Shane Ohman

Vice President
Noe Aviation OK LLC

Hoot Ely

Past President
Ely Ag Helicopter Service, LLC

Kim Brown

Director
OAAA

Garret Steggs

NAAA Representative
Steggs Aerial Spraying, Inc.

Shane Root

Out of State Representative
Spraying Service Inc.

Chris Lockhart

Industry Representative
Air Tractor Inc.

Richard Anderson

NAAA Representative
Steggs Aerial Spraying, Inc.

Jerry Putman

Board Director
Pro Ag Services Inc.

Colton Adcock

Board Director
Adcock Flying Service

Brad Price

Board Director
Heinen Brothers Agra Services

Gracie Jordan

Support Committee Rep

Kevin Shelton

Ex-Officio
OSU Extension Pesticide Programs

Charles Luper

Ex-Officio
OSU Extension Pesticide Programs

Megan Parker

Ex-Officio
ODAFF Pesticide Certification & Training Administrator

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