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The ARMD solicitation page is a hub for opportunities to engage with NASA’s aeronautical innovators and contribute to research efforts aimed at enhancing air transportation systems. A quick overview of the available opportunities, including key action dates, is provided below, with more detailed information available further down on this page.

• University Leadership Initiative: Step-A proposals are due by June 26, 2025.
• University Student Research Challenge: Proposals for Cycle 3 should be submitted by June 26, 2025.

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENT OF REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

NASA is issuing a request for information on Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations to address challenges in wildland firefighting. Areas of interest include data collection, airborne connectivity, unmanned aircraft systems traffic management, and aircraft operations. Interested parties are required to submit their information packages by 4 pm ET on October 15, 2023, at https://nari.arc.nasa.gov/acero-rfi. Only submissions from US companies will be accepted.

GENERAL ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY ANNOUNCEMENT OF REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

In this Request for Information (RFI), NASA is conducting market research to inform potential partnership strategies for Advanced Air Mobility research. Public, private, and academic organizations are invited to provide input on technical needs and community interests related to AAM research and development. The deadline to respond to this RFI was February 1, 2025, at 6 p.m. EST.

NASA Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD)

The ARMD leverages the NASA Research Announcement (NRA) process to invite proposals for foundational research that aligns with ARMD’s core capabilities. Both academia and industry are eligible to compete for NRA awards. The current open solicitation for ARMD Research Opportunities includes ROA-2023 and ROA-2024.

Key Information About NRA Process:

• NRA solicitations are released via NSPIRES by NASA Headquarters.
• Technical work under NRAs is managed by project teams in four programs: Advanced Air Vehicles Program, Airspace Operations and Safety Program, Integrated Aviation Systems Program, and Transformative Aeronautics Concepts Program.
• NRA awards originate from various NASA centers across the country.
• Participation in NRA awards is open to all types of organizations.
• Updates or amendments to NRAs are posted on NSPIRES web pages.
• Notifications of NRA updates are sent via the NSPIRES email system.

Updates and Amendments:

Amendment 1:
This amendment relates to NASA ARMD Research Opportunities in Aeronautics (ROA) 2024. It solicits proposals from U.S. institutions for research training grants aimed at supporting graduate students in advancing NASA’s mission. Proposals should address challenges outlined in Elements of Appendix A.8. Proposals were due by April 30, 2024.

Amendment 2: UPDATED ON MARCH 31, 2025
This amendment focuses on the University Leadership Initiative (ULI), where university teams can showcase technical and organizational leadership in addressing challenges in aeronautics. The topics covered under ULI include Safe, Efficient Growth in Global Operations, Innovation in Commercial High-Speed Aircraft, Ultra-Efficient Subsonic Transports, and more. Proposals follow a two-step submission process, with a mandatory Step-A proposal due by June 26, 2025.

Amendment 3:
Commercial Supersonic Technology proposals are sought for a fuel injector design concept testing. The target timeline for incorporating this technology is an entry into service by 2035 or later. Proposals were due by May 31, 2024.

Amendment 4: UPDATED ON JANUARY 16, 2025
This amendment pertains to the University Student Research Challenge, encouraging students to propose innovative ideas relevant to NASA Aeronautics. Proposals for Cycle 3 were due by June 26, 2025, with further cycles available for later submission. The USRC Q&A/Info Session and Proposal Workshop dates are provided for interested participants.