NASA Aeronautics Real Progress, Real Value | Update 05

The first “A” in “NASA” stands for “Aeronautics.” NASA DNA is in every U.S. commercial aircraft and air traffic control tower — for decades improving the performance of aircraft and air traffic management tools to reduce fuel use, emissions, noise, and delays – all while maintaining the safety of the safest air transportation system in the world. Today, NASA’s Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD) is accelerating progress in U.S. aviation through four transformational areas, and an innovation ecosystem, leading to even greater benefits in mobility, sustainability, and economic growth. These are ARMD's current progress updates.