In the future, when you book a vacation to Florida or California, you might end up flying in a private jet that picks you up at your local community airport. Best of all, you won’t have to win the lottery to make it happen.				It’s not just small business jets that are getting faster, better, and cheaper. America’s small piston-powered propeller-driven airplanes also are adopting new technologies to make flying faster, safer, and more affordable.
	Navigation technology has come full circle, from the ancient mariners who looked to the stars to today’s jet jockey who looks to a constellation of GPS satellites orbiting in space.				NASA isn’t just involved with space exploration. NASA also is involved, along with the FAA, in programs to develop a range of new technologies to protect America’s leadership role in aviation, including GA. Look at this list to learn about some NASA programs that benefit GA.