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NASA Armstrong Continues Flight Research Legacy

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In Short: NASA Armstrong continues to innovate in aviation research, focusing on advanced tools and collaborations with academia to drive future flight advancements.

PC-12 and T-34 Aircraft Arrive to NASA Armstrong
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NASA Armstrong operates unique wind tunnels, world-class laboratories, and test facilities to develop and use advanced tools for the future of aviation.

The agency has selected university teams to advance aviation research, using subscale aircraft to accelerate flight innovation and studying the potential for smoother air taxi rides.

Research at NASA includes exploring supersonic flight and pioneering 21st-century flight frontiers, with a focus on making aviation more sustainable.

Additional resources include aeronautics-themed books, video series, and activities for home learning, all aimed at deepening understanding of flight science.

This page collects stories of flight research innovation from NASA, showcasing the ongoing legacy of the Armstrong Flight Research Center in advancing aviation technology.

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