NASA opens first major new wind tunnel in more than 40 years at Virginia facility

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. Trina Dyal, NASA Langley center director. "B