Rep. Nicole Miller, R-Edmond, has received the Oklahoma Airport Operators Association’s Vic Bird Airvangelist Award, recognizing her advocacy and leadership in support of Oklahoma’s aviation and aerospace industry.

The Vic Bird Airvangelist Award honors individuals who promote public understanding of aviation and work to strengthen the aerospace industry across Oklahoma. The award is named in honor of longtime Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission director Vic Bird, who was widely known for his dedication to aviation growth and education throughout the state.

Miller serves as vice chair of the Oklahoma Legislature’s Aerospace Caucus and represents House District 82, which includes northwest Oklahoma City, west Edmond and Deer Creek. She is also in her fifth year serving as chair of the House Appropriations and Budget Transportation Subcommittee, where she directly works on transportation funding priorities and significant strategic investments in Oklahoma’s transportation system, including airports and aviation infrastructure across the state. Throughout her time in the Legislature, she has championed efforts to strengthen Oklahoma’s aviation industry through infrastructure investment, workforce development and policies aimed at positioning Oklahoma as a national leader in aerospace innovation.

"I’m incredibly honored to receive the Vic Bird Airvangelist Award," Miller said. "Oklahoma has a long and proud history in aviation and aerospace, and I believe we have an incredible opportunity to keep building on that legacy. Supporting our airports and aviation infrastructure is about economic growth, innovation, public safety and creating opportunities for future generations. I’m grateful to work alongside so many dedicated industry leaders, airport operators and local partners who care deeply about the future of aviation in our state." 

The Oklahoma Airport Operators Association said Miller has continued advocating for aviation growth in Oklahoma while supporting policies that help ensure the safety and long-term success of airports and aerospace infrastructure across the state.