Who we are
NLR is the aerospace knowledge enterprise in the Netherlands. Our research is geared towards safer, more sustainable and efficient air transport. We support government in implementation of their policies and strengthen the innovative capacity of industry. NLR's facilities include wind tunnels, research aircraft, military and civil flight simulators, ATM tower and radar simulators and a wide variety of research and development capabilities. More ..
NLR News
![]() | NLR-Annual Report 2011 is out! |
NLR has recently released its 2011 annual report. It contains an overview of what we have done in 2011 for innovative aerospace – divided into the themes of sustainability, safety, capacity and industry. Also this year there are interviews with … Continue reading | |
![]() | Rollout first Dutch F-35 |
Representatives from the Netherlands Government, industry and knowledge institutes have celebrated the rollout of AN-1, the first Dutch F-35, from the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics production facility in Forth Worth, Texas. This is the latest step in the production process leading … Continue reading | |
![]() | Retrofit-technologies promote green aviation objectives |
Retrofit applications are brand new technologies intended for new aircraft, and which are currently being applied to existing aircraft. The application of new technology in retrofits ensures that the ACARE objectives set for aviation ? such as greening and noise … Continue reading |

