The Federal Transfer Center (FTC Oklahoma City) is a United States

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for male and female inmates in

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. It is operated by the

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, a division of the

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, and houses offenders and

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violators who have yet to be assigned to a permanent prison facility. Most inmates who enter the federal prison system come through the facility. FTC Oklahoma City is located adjacent to the

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, and serves as the main hub of the

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, popularly known as Con Air. A cadre of low-security inmates are assigned to FTC Oklahoma City to perform food service and maintenance duties.

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, author of ''

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Notable inmates (current and former)

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Official website
Buildings and structures in Oklahoma City

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Notable inmates (current and former)

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