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Archives of American Aerospace Exploration (AAAE)

 Subject

Subject Source: Local sources

Scope Note: If you use this subject heading, please use the local "Science and Technology" heading, too.

Found in 42 Collections and/or Records:

William J. Alford, Jr., Papers,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1987-007
Abstract Spanning from 1951-1988, the William J. Alford, Jr., Papers contains NACA and NASA research memoranda and reports; publication drafts; a Langley working paper with associated research notes and patent details; correspondence; award certificates; AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics) conference programs; and personnel papers pertaining to William J. Alford's career as an aeronautical engineer. A detailed schematic drawing of "the variable sweep wing configuration tested...
Dates: 1951 - 1988

Aviation Brochures and Pamphlets Collection,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1994-015
Abstract

A collection of printed materials relating to the first half-century of aviation, consisting mostly of promotional materials from various manufacturers. Also contains a few periodicals (including an issue of Contact, published by the Women's National Aeronautical Association), and a menu from a dinner honoring Amelia Earhart.

Dates: 1910 - 1958

James J. Avitabile Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2001-057
Scope and Content Information This collection contains materials related to the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo space exploration programs of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Containing mostly technical data on spacecraft systems design and operation, the collection provides a detailed look at NASA systems engineering during the early to mid 1960s. The collection is divided among the following series: NASA Programs, NASA Computer Systems, NASA Public Information, and General Materials.The...
Dates: 1963 - 2001

John V. Becker Papers

 Collection — Box 1-4
Identifier: Ms-1990-052
Scope and Content Aerospace engineer, specialist in hypersonic and reentry aerodynamics and a pioneer in the development of hypersonic research aircraft such as the X-15. Received B.S. (1935, mechanical engineering) and M.S. (1936, aeronautical engineering) degrees from New York University. Joined the Langley Aeronautical Laboratory of the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) as a research engineer in 1936. Head of the 16-ft. Wind Tunnel Branch (1943-1947), chief of the Compressibility Research...
Dates: 1945 - 1986

B. P. Blasingame Papers,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1987-010
Abstract

The B. P. Blasingame Papers contains several books, reports, and papers about navigation, inertia, and space flight. Although the majority of the materials are undated, they are likely from the 1960s and 1970s.

Dates: c.1962-1978

Edward H. Cahill Papers,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1988-002
Abstract

The collection contains a copy of a map of part of the VPI campus drawn by Cahill in 1909, materials from his professional life, and an article in which he is cited. It also includes obituaries.

Dates: 1909 - 1976

Christopher C. Kraft Papers, 1941-1998 (Ms1985-001)

 Digital Record
Identifier: Ms1985-001
Dates: 1941 - 1998

George William Christopher Papers,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1991-031
Abstract

Autobiographical memoir titled Pioneer Pilot from the Texas Panhandle: Stories from a Flier's Life by George William Christopher, a flight instructor and barnstormer in the Texas panhandle area in 1930s and a pilot in the United States Air Force during World War II and post-war period. Also includes an outline for an article drawn from the book and a newspaper clipping about Christopher being awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal in Italy.

Dates: 1961 - 1991

Evert B. Clark Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1989-022
Abstract

Papers of aviation, science, and space journalist Evert B. Clark, including correspondence, memoranda, research notes; and drafts and published copies of articles.

Dates: 1949 - 1988

John D. Clark Papers,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1988-058
Abstract

This collection contains both the professional and personal papers of John D. Clark.

Dates: 1923 - 1988