By John Milano
Title: Aviation Research Lab Subject File, 1954-1980
ID: 20/4/1
Primary Creator: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Aviation Research Laboratory
Extent: 1.0 cubic feet
Arrangement: By subject
Date Acquired: 08/21/2017
Subjects: Air Force Research, Aviation, Institute of, Flight Mechanics, Statistical Reports
Languages: English
Aviation Research Lab Subject File includes reports, drafts, photos, grant requests and correspondence concerning research; staffing; program reviews; publications and technology. Photographs are located in the annotated bibliography.
The Institute of Aviation established the Aviation Research Laboratory in 1970 as a result of federal support offered by the Office of Scientific Research, United States Air Force, to conduct a research project at the University of Illinois. The project was designed to "enhance man-machine effectiveness through scientific investigation critical human factors in airborne system design, training, and operation."1 The Aviation Research Laboratory is located at Willard Airport.2
1. Board of Trustees Transactions, 55th Report, April 15, 1970, p. 891.
2. Board of Trustees Transactions, 55th Report, May 20, 1970, p. 920.
URL: https://files.archon.library.illinois.edu/uasfa/2004001.pdf
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