Kate McMurtry
Christopher Williams
Learn more about the leadership for the Integrated Aviation Systems Program.
Kate McMurtryDirector (Acting)Christopher J. WilliamsDeputy Director (Acting)
IASP pursues its research goals across these projects.
Flight Demos and Capabilities (FDC)This project conducts complex and integrated flight research demonstrations in support of ARMD programs. FDC also operates, sustains and enhances the specific flight research and test capabilities – from test and support aircraft to a full test range – needed to achieve technical goals in ARMD’s Strategic Plan, other NASA mission directorate activities and national strategic needs.Subsonic Flight Demonstrator (SFD)The purpose of the Subsonic Flight Demonstrator (SFD) project is to engage with industry and other government organizations to identify, select, and mature key airframe technologies—such as new wing designs—that have a high probability of transition to the next‑generation single‑aisle-seat class airliner.Electrified Powertrain Flight Demonstration (EPFD)The EPFD project conducts ground and flight tests of electrified aircraft propulsion (EAP) technologies to enable a new generation of electric-powered aircraft. NASA is collaborating with industry partners to demonstrate these technologies by using existing aircraft that will be flown with EAP systems and components.
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The Strategic Implementation Plan sets forth the NASA Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate vision for aeronautical research aimed at the next 25 years and beyond. Read this important document here.
The NASA Aeronautics Research Institute promotes innovation in aeronautics across a broad spectrum of aeronautical challenges in the nation’s air transportation system. Learn about them here.
The NASA Advisory Council’s aeronautics committee advises the agency’s leadership on strategic plans, programs, and other matters pertinent to aeronautics research. Public input at meetings is welcome. Read more here.
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