NASA Developing Next-Gen Search & Rescue Technology (FULL VIDEO)

NASA dropped a Cessna 172 from 100 feet at the Langley Landing and Impact Research Facility July 29, 2015. NASA is developing next-gen search and rescue technology as part of an international effort involving members from 43 countries and organizations. The U.S. search and rescue program is a partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Air Force. NASA is the partnership’s lead on technical support and the development of technological improvements. #NAS