NASA opens first major new wind tunnel in more than 40 years at Virginia facility
NASA's new wind tunnel has a diameter of 20 feet and stands 24 feet tall, with wind speeds of up to 117 miles per hour. It will help test technology for future space missions.
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HAMPTON, Virginia – NASA opened its first major new wind tunnel in more than 40 years Friday, marking a milestone for future aviation and space-exploration research.
The Flight Dynamics Research Facility, located at the agency’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, will serve as a testing ground for future aircraft and space missions.
"The opening of the Flight Dynamics Research Facility represents a significant advancement for NASA and for the nation," said Dr.
"By bringing modernized testing capabilities under one roof, we are enabling transformative research that will ensure the United States remains at the forefront of aeronautics and exploration."
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