07 September 2023 Electronic Attack Systems Program Using Digital Twins to Impact Naval Aviation PATUXENT RIVER, Md. - Naval Air Systems Command’s Airborne Electronic Attack Systems Program Office is turning to digital technology to improve readiness, explore new capabilities and expedite training...
22 June 2023 Navy Launches Historic Aircrew Study to Update Size Requirements for a Diverse Fleet The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) is leading the Navy’s first comprehensive study since 1964 to update aviator size requirements, improve aircrew gear and equipment, and expand access for prospective future aviators. This is the Navy’s first aircrew study to include...
22 June 2023 The Navy’s New Hearing Protection: Made-to-Measure for Every Sailor The roar of fighter jets taking off from an aircraft carrier is one of the most iconic sounds of the United States Navy. But for the brave men and women who work in these high-decibel environments day in and day out, the noise can take a devastating toll on their hearing...
18 June 2023 Department of Navy Top Scientists, Engineers Recognized for Excellence WASHINGTON, DC – The best of the best in Navy and Marine Corps science and engineering were recognized June 15 at the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Research, Development and Acquisition (ASN RD&A) Dr. Delores M. Etter Top Scientists and Engineers Awards Ceremony...
09 May 2023 Navy Launches Historic Aircrew Study to Update Size Requirements for a Diverse Fleet PATUXENT RIVER, Md. - The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) is leading the Navy’s first comprehensive study since 1964 to update aviator size requirements, improve aircrew gear and equipment, and expand access for prospective future aviators. This is the...
23 March 2023 Reducing Mishaps by Understanding Human Factors Engineering NAS Patuxent River, Md. - As new aircraft, equipment and technology are created, a need to understand the human engineering factors that contribute to their operational safety is paramount to mishap reduction. As Naval Aviation evolves, it requires an understanding of how science and engineering...
23 March 2023 Bringing the Virtual World into Reality NAS Patuxent River, Md. - For decades, pilots have taken to flight simulators at Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division’s (NAWCAD) Manned Flight Simulator (MFS) to train, test software and equipment, experiment, develop flight envelopes and even investigate aerial accidents in a safe and...
03 November 2022 Department of the Navy Recognizes 2022 Acquisition Excellence Awardees The Acquisition Excellence Awards recognize individuals and organizations that have demonstrated excellent performance in the acquisition and sustainment of products and services for the Navy and Marine Corps...
04 October 2022 Navy Engineers Make Helicopter Pilots’ Most Dangerous Job Safer UNITED STATES - Landing a helicopter in low visibility environments is one of the most difficult tasks in aviation for a rotary-wing pilot; add weather like fog, wind or worse and aircraft recovery can be dangerous...
12 August 2022 National Junior Science and Humanities Symposium The Naval STEM Coordination Office Executive shares thoughts on the National Junior Science and Humanities Symposium. ...