Oklahoma City – Governor Kevin Stitt has officially proclaimed October 7 as “Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight Day” in recognition of the extraordinary service of Oklahoma veterans and the nonprofit that ensures they receive their long-overdue tribute in Washington, D.C.

On that day, 68 Oklahoma veterans will travel on a chartered flight from Tulsa to the nation’s capital as part of the 29th Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight.

These veterans represent the Korean and Vietnam wars, with 60 who served in Vietnam, 6 who served in Korea, and 2 who served in both conflicts. Sadly, no World War II veterans are able to participate in this flight, underscoring the urgency of honoring these heroes while time remains.

“Every veteran on our flights carries a story of sacrifice,” said Lana Hurt, Flight Director of Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight. “This proclamation not only honors the veterans we are privileged to serve but also raises awareness of how critical it is to act quickly. Each day, we are losing veterans before they can make this journey. This recognition from Governor Stitt affirms that Oklahoma stands behind them.”

Since its founding in 2017, Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight has taken hundreds of Oklahoma veterans to Washington, D.C. at no cost to them. Each flight is funded entirely through donations and costs approximately $130,000 to operate. With more than 200 veterans currently on the waiting list, the nonprofit hopes this special statewide recognition will inspire more Oklahomans to support their mission.

How to Support

Donations of any size can be made online at www.OklahomaWarriors. org/donate to help fund future flights and ensure more veterans can experience this oncein- a-lifetime journey.