To better reflect the needs of its customers and to respond to changing national priorities, the Center implemented a major reorganization of its management and operating structure. The following organizational elements were created:
Aeronautics Program Group
To help meet national needs in aeronautics, Langley formed the Aeronautics Program Group (APG) to develop and advocate a range of programs that will blend with efforts at other NASA centers, other government agencies, universities, industry, and other research labs to achieve national aeronautics goals. APG is also responsible for developing a strategic plan for Langley aeronautics activities and future directions.
Space and Atmospheric Sciences Program Group
To help meet national needs in space, Langley formed the Space and Atmospheric Sciences Program Group (SASPG) to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate a broad research, technology, and science program. SASPG studies advanced aerospace transportation systems, advanced spacecraft, and advanced remote sensing applications. SASPG also conducts an aggressive atmospheric sciences program focused on global change.
Technology Applications Group
To maintain its 78-year tradition of technology transfer to industry, Langley formed the Technology Applications Group (TAG) to match promising NASA research with U.S. businesses. Since its inception, TAG has initiated more than 30 patent license negotiations between Langley and commercial businesses and facilitated more than 70 partnering agreements.
Research and Technology Group
To support research in the Agency's aeronautics program and selected space technology programs, Langley formed the Research and Technology Group (RTG). RTG conducts focused and basic research and technology development in gas dynamics, fluid mechanics, acoustics, aerodynamics, structures, materials, flight dynamics and control, and flight electronics.
Internal Operations Group
To ensure successful accomplishment of the Center's scientific and technical missions, Langley formed the Internal Operations Group (IOG) to provide necessary business and institutional support and services. IOG provides facility, engineering, administrative, and operational support to aeronautical and space research programs and projects, operates the Center's central computer complex and simulation activities, and oversees flight operations.
Office of the Chief Financial Officer
The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) oversees the centralized
planning and analysis of all Center resources and financial management
activities. The office is the principal fiscal advisor to the Center Director
and ensures uniform Center decisions in the financial and resource areas.