NASA Armstrong Supports Employee Incentive Flights

Laurie Grindle, deputy center director, steps out of an F/A-18 aircraft after completing an employee incentive flight at NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Timothy Williams, the pilot, secures the F/A-18 cockpit. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman established the ride‑along program to recognize and reward workforce members for their dedication to advancing the agency’s priorities.

Laurie Grindle, deputy center director, steps out of an F/A-18 aircraft after completing an employee incentive flight at NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Timothy Williams, the pilot, secures the F/A-18 cockpit. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman established the ride‑along program to recognize and reward workforce members for their dedication to advancing the agency’s priorities.

Photographer NASA/Jim Ross
Location AFRC
Administrator Jared IsaacmanF A-18Armstrong Flight Research CenterAFRCEdwards Air Force Baseflight researchCaliforniaemployee incentive flights