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A simulation engineer stands behind three computer consoles, while monitoring the out-the-window views of the FutureFlight Central virtual air traffic control tower, which show the San Francisco cityscape.
Screen capture of NASA's Sherlock Air Traffic Management Data showing one day of air traffic for Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.

Aviation Systems Division

The Aviation Systems Division at NASA Ames Research Center conducts research and development in advanced air traffic management, airspace integration concepts, and high-fidelity aerospace simulation. 

Learn more about the Aviation Systems Division about Aviation Systems Division

Location

Ames Research Center

Founded

1994

People

200

Division Chief

William N. Chan

Meet Our Leadership

Portrait of a smiling William N. Chan. The American and California flags can be seen in the background.

Division Chief

Steven Beard, Deputy Division Chief, Aviation System Division, NASA Ames Research Center

Deputy Division Chief

Dr. Joseph Rios, NASA Ames Research Center

Chief Technologist

Research Capabilities of the Aviation Systems Division

The Aviation Systems Division has developed several high-fidelity simulation and software capabilities to support a wide range of research, with emphasis on novel air traffic management concepts, aerospace vehicles, aerospace systems and operations, human factors, accident investigations, and studies aimed at improving aviation safety. The Division supports many NASA programs and collaborates with other government agencies, industry partners, and academia to meet the needs of the Nation’s present and future aerospace research, development, and testing needs.