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Feb. 5, 2002

Michael Braukus
Headquarters, Washington
Phone: 202/358-1979

RELEASE: 02-23

NASA Developes Blueprint to Address Aviation Issues

Image Credit: NASA Aerospace.

NASA's Office of Aerospace Technology today released an integrated strategy, or blueprint, that addresses solutions to critical issues in aeronautics by developing new technology leading to a bold new era of aviation.

"The aeronautics blueprint identifies a new and revolutionary technology vision," said NASA Administrator Sean O'Keefe. "Working in partnership with the Federal Aviation Administration, the Department of Defense and industry, this blueprint will transform NASA and create the excitement necessary to inspire and develop an engineering workforce that will enable a new era in flight."

The blueprint identifies four elements on which NASA will focus: the digital airspace, revolutionary vehicles, security and safety, and a state-of-the-art educated workforce.

"Aeronautics technology has not reached its limits," said Sam Venneri, Associate Administrator for the Office of Aerospace Technology, NASA Headquarters, Washington. "Revolutionary advances in materials, information technology, complex engineering systems and much more will enable aviation to surpass the achievements of the first century of flight."

The digital airspace will provide precise knowledge to pilots and controllers of air traffic, terrain and weather for greater safety and efficiency. Revolutionary vehicles will enable unprecedented levels of mobility and safety while protecting the environment and allowing airports to be quiet, friendly neighbors. Security and safety will protect life and property from hazards and malicious intent. A state-of-the-art educated workforce will adapt to and use complex technology in a world of rapid advancements.

A copy of the report is available on the Internet at:
http://www.aerospace.nasa.gov

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