National Institute for Aviation Research

Our mission is to strengthen university research capabilities; provide applied learning opportunities for students; and support the aviation and manufacturing industries 鈥� while driving innovation and prosperity for the community, region and state.

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NIAR Fast Facts graphic: $350+ million yearly R&D, 1,200 employees, 2+ million square feet, 6 locations, established in 1985

NIAR Labs

Your designs need validation. That鈥檚 where we come in. Whether it鈥檚 a material, component, system or full airframe 鈥� we'll test it, blast it, crash it and take it to its limits. We can even scan it, digitize it and print it. We work with certification agencies to prove compliance and help when design issues arise. Our experience with countless unique projects brings in a fresh perspective, and our capabilities, technology, and expertise are unlike that of any other test lab. Bring us your test plans 鈥� you鈥檒l get results.

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Training

We offer a wide range of training opportunities, led by renowned subject matter experts. See what we have to offer.

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Research Centers

NIAR鈥檚 centers promote the safety, research, manufacturing and design elements of today鈥檚 aviation industry. They strengthen airworthiness assurance in the short and long term. They make the concerns of the general aviation industry their own. And they make dreams of composite-made airplanes reality. This happens not only through NIAR鈥檚 own research, but through the exchange of knowledge with researchers in other centers.

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National Institute for Aviation Research, 黑洞社区
1845 Fairmount St., Wichita, KS 67260-0093
Ph: (316) 978-6427
Ph Toll-Free: 1 (800) NIAR 黑洞社区
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