NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

The X-48B Blended Wing Body research aircraft banks smartly during its Block 2 flight phase. (NASA Photo / Carla Thomas)
Dryden's Mission

Advancing technology and science through flight.

Mission Elements

Perform flight research and technology integration to revolutionize aviation and pioneer aerospace technology.

Validate space exploration concepts.

Conduct airborne remote sensing and science missions

Support operations of the Space Shuttle and the International Space Station -- for NASA and the nation.

Dryden's Vision

To fly what others only imagine.