
Mike Frederick, aerospace engineer and researcher, prepares for an employee incentive flight in an F/A-18 aircraft at NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California, on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman established the ride‑along program to recognize and reward workforce members for their dedication to advancing the agency’s priorities.
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AFRC2026-0090-01
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April 15, 2026
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AFRC
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NASA/Jim Ross
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AFRC
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