About
R. John Hansman, Jr. is the T. Wilson Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He directs the International Center for Air Transportation and heads the Division of Humans and Automation. His leadership extends to chairing the FAA Research Engineering & Development Advisory Committee.
Education:
- A.B. Physics, Cornell University (1976)
- S.M. Physics, MIT (1980)
- Ph.D. Physics, Meteorology, Aeronautics & Astronautics, Electrical Engineering, MIT (1982)
Research Focus: Professor Hansman pioneers the integration of information technology into aerospace operations. His work spans aviation safety, air traffic management, and human-automation interfaces, leveraging 5,800+ hours of flight experience across aircraft and meteorological testing.
Awards & Honors:
- National Academy of Engineering Member
- AIAA Fellow
- AIAA Dryden Lectureship
- ATCA Kriske Award
- Aviation Week Laurel
- FAA Excellence Award
Additional Contributions: Holds 6 patents, authored 250+ publications, and advises national/international aviation bodies. Leads research on next-generation air transportation systems.
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