Opportunity Information: Apply for NNH08ZEA001N AAD1
Apply for NNH08ZEA001N AAD1
- The NASA Headquarters in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "ROA 2008 B.2 Aircraft Aging and Durability (AAD) Project" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 00.000 Not Elsewhere Classified.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 17, 2008 and posted on Apr 17, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 30, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
ROA 2008 B.2 Aircraft Aging and Durability (AAD) Project is a NASA Headquarters funding opportunity released under the broader NASA Research Announcement (NRA) called Research Opportunities in Aeronautics (ROA), solicitation number NNH08ZEA001N. The purpose of the overall ROA NRA is to support foundational and fundamental aeronautics research aligned with the Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD). While this specific listing is tagged to the Aircraft Aging and Durability (AAD) project element, it sits within a larger umbrella announcement that invites proposals across multiple aeronautics topic areas, with the expectation that applicants submit to the most relevant program element described in the NRA appendices.
The ROA NRA is organized around four major ARMD programs. These include the Airspace Systems Program, which targets air traffic management research tied to the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) priorities defined by the Joint Planning and Development Office (JPDO); the Aviation Safety Program, which focuses on anticipating and reducing safety risks for both current and emerging aircraft operating in the national air transportation system; the Fundamental Aeronautics Program, which supports long-range, high-impact research spanning all flight regimes to generate new data, knowledge, and design tools applicable across many vehicle types; and the Aeronautics Test Program, which is centered on maintaining and advancing the national portfolio of aeronautics test facilities and platforms, including development of modern instrumentation and test technologies. The Aircraft Aging and Durability (AAD) project opportunity is presented as one of the program elements under this larger structure, meaning proposers are expected to align their technical approach with the AAD scope as defined in the corresponding appendix and element-specific instructions.
Administratively, this opportunity was posted by NASA Headquarters as a discretionary funding action and indicates NASA may use multiple award instruments depending on the selected proposal and NASA needs. The listed instrument types include grants, cooperative agreements, “other,” and procurement contracts, and NASA explicitly notes it reserves the right to choose the appropriate award mechanism even if the opportunity is visible through common federal posting sites. The announcement is identified as a broad agency announcement under FAR 35.016 and NASA’s supplement (NFS 1835.016), which signals the emphasis is on research ideas and technical merit rather than a standard procurement for a defined product or service.
Eligibility is broadly open (unrestricted) to a wide range of organizations, including universities, industry, and nonprofit entities, with the explicit exception that government organizations and Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) are treated differently as noted in the text. No cost sharing or matching is required according to the opportunity data. Submissions must be made electronically, and NASA allows applicants to submit through either NSPIRES (NASA’s proposal system) or Grants.gov. A key procedural requirement is that proposals must be submitted by an authorized official of the proposing organization, not just by the principal investigator, and organizations must be registered in NSPIRES in advance with authorized organizational representatives identified. Because registration and user setup can take time for both institutions and investigators (including co-investigators), NASA encourages applicants to start early and not wait until close to the due date.
In terms of timing and key dates from the listing, the opportunity was posted on April 17, 2008, with an original and current closing date of May 30, 2008, and an archive date of June 29, 2008. The ROA NRA itself was expected to be available on or about March 3, 2008 via the NSPIRES solicitations menu, and individual program elements (like AAD) could also be found on Grants.gov using advanced search by entering the main ROA solicitation number (NNH08ZEA001N) to pull up the associated elements, then selecting the specific element’s funding number to download the correct application package.
For guidance and questions, the announcement points to program-specific contacts that would be listed in the “Summary of Key Information” for each program element, including the responsible Program Officer and Contracting Officer. For general questions about NASA NRA policies and procedures, the listed point of contact is Jay Dryer, Senior Technical Advisor at NASA Headquarters ARMD, reachable at NASA_roa@nasa.gov, and the same contact is provided for applicants who have trouble accessing the full announcement electronically.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - NASA ROA 2008 B.2 Aircraft Aging and Durability (AAD) Project
What is this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is the ROA 2008 B.2 Aircraft Aging and Durability (AAD) Project, a NASA Headquarters research funding opportunity released under NASA's broader Research Opportunities in Aeronautics (ROA) NASA Research Announcement (NRA), solicitation number NNH08ZEA001N.
What is the purpose of the broader ROA NRA?
The ROA NRA exists to support foundational and fundamental aeronautics research aligned with NASA's Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD).
How does the AAD project fit within the ROA NRA?
The AAD opportunity is presented as one program element within the larger ROA umbrella announcement. The broader ROA invites proposals across multiple aeronautics topic areas, and applicants are expected to submit to the most relevant program element described in the NRA appendices. For AAD, proposers should align their approach with the AAD scope described in the corresponding appendix and any element-specific instructions.
How is the ROA NRA organized at a high level?
The ROA NRA is organized around four major ARMD programs: the Airspace Systems Program, the Aviation Safety Program, the Fundamental Aeronautics Program, and the Aeronautics Test Program.
What kinds of research does the Airspace Systems Program target?
The Airspace Systems Program targets air traffic management research tied to Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) priorities as defined by the Joint Planning and Development Office (JPDO).
What is the focus of the Aviation Safety Program?
The Aviation Safety Program focuses on anticipating and reducing safety risks for both current and emerging aircraft operating in the national air transportation system.
What is the focus of the Fundamental Aeronautics Program?
The Fundamental Aeronautics Program supports long-range, high-impact research spanning all flight regimes to generate new data, knowledge, and design tools that can apply across many vehicle types.
What is the Aeronautics Test Program centered on?
The Aeronautics Test Program is centered on maintaining and advancing the national portfolio of aeronautics test facilities and platforms, including the development of modern instrumentation and test technologies.
What type of solicitation is this (procurement vs. research)?
This is identified as a broad agency announcement under FAR 35.016 and NASA's supplement (NFS 1835.016). That signals the emphasis is on research ideas and technical merit rather than a standard procurement for a defined product or service.
What agency is posting this opportunity?
The opportunity was posted by NASA Headquarters.
Is this considered discretionary funding?
Yes. It is indicated as a discretionary funding action.
What award instruments might NASA use?
NASA indicates it may use multiple award instruments depending on the selected proposal and NASA needs. The listed instrument types include grants, cooperative agreements, "other," and procurement contracts.
Does NASA decide the award mechanism, or does the applicant choose?
NASA explicitly notes it reserves the right to choose the appropriate award mechanism. The instrument used may vary based on the selected proposal and NASA needs.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broadly open (unrestricted) to a wide range of organizations, including universities, industry, and nonprofit entities, with the explicit exception that government organizations and Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) are treated differently as noted in the announcement text.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity data indicate that no cost sharing or matching is required.
How must proposals be submitted?
Proposals must be submitted electronically.
What electronic submission systems does NASA allow for this opportunity?
NASA allows applicants to submit through either NSPIRES (NASA's proposal system) or Grants.gov.
Can a principal investigator (PI) submit the proposal on their own?
No. A key procedural requirement is that proposals must be submitted by an authorized official of the proposing organization, not solely by the principal investigator.
What registration steps are required for NSPIRES submission?
Organizations must be registered in NSPIRES in advance and must have authorized organizational representatives identified. NASA also notes that registration and user setup can take time for institutions and investigators (including co-investigators), so applicants are encouraged to start early.
Why does NASA recommend starting registration early?
NASA warns that registration and user setup can take time for both institutions and investigators (including co-investigators). Applicants are encouraged not to wait until close to the due date to complete those steps.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 17, 2008.
What is the proposal closing date?
The original and current closing date listed is May 30, 2008.
When is the archive date for the opportunity?
The archive date listed is June 29, 2008.
When was the broader ROA NRA expected to be available in NSPIRES?
The ROA NRA was expected to be available on or about March 3, 2008 via the NSPIRES solicitations menu.
How do applicants find the correct application package on Grants.gov?
Applicants can use Grants.gov advanced search by entering the main ROA solicitation number (NNH08ZEA001N) to pull up the associated elements. From there, the applicant would select the specific element's funding number to download the correct application package.
Where are the program-specific contacts for this opportunity listed?
The announcement indicates that program-specific contacts are listed in the "Summary of Key Information" for each program element, including the responsible Program Officer and Contracting Officer.
Who is the general point of contact for NASA NRA policies and procedures?
For general questions about NASA NRA policies and procedures, the listed point of contact is Jay Dryer, Senior Technical Advisor at NASA Headquarters ARMD.
What email address is provided for general ROA/NRA questions or access issues?
The announcement provides NASA_roa@nasa.gov as the contact email. It is listed for general questions about NASA NRA policies and procedures and also for applicants who have trouble accessing the full announcement electronically.
If multiple aeronautics topics are included under the ROA umbrella, how should an applicant choose where to submit?
The ROA umbrella invites proposals across multiple aeronautics topic areas, and the expectation is that applicants submit to the most relevant program element described in the NRA appendices. This AAD listing is tagged to the Aircraft Aging and Durability project element, so proposals should align with that element's defined scope and instructions.
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