Official NASA Logo - National Aeronautics and Space Administration #2223587 (License: Personal Use)

This is the original NASA insignia, introduced in 1959 and designed by James Modarelli. It depicts a blue circular field representing a planet, white stars for space, the agency acronym in bold white lettering, and a red chevron-like swoosh (the “vector”) signifying aeronautics and forward motion. The design embodies NASA’s mission of exploration, innovation, and scientific advancement.

Used on official NASA websites, press materials, spacecraft, uniforms, and educational resources; ideal for pages about space history, government agencies, STEM outreach, or branding guidelines.