NASA Names Troy Asher Armstrong Flight Research Center Director

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced the appointment of Troy Asher as the new director of the Armstrong Flight Research Center, located in Edwards, California. Asher, a veteran test pilot and aerospace engineer, has been serving as the center’s acting director since March and brings decades of experience in flight research and operations to the role.

The leadership change is part of NASA’s ongoing efforts to sustain and advance its flight research capabilities. By confirming a permanent director with a strong background in testing and engineering, the agency aims to maintain momentum in its aeronautics programs and continue pioneering work in aerospace technology.