Ken Atchison
Headquarters, Washington, D.C.                                              
October 3, 1991
(Phone:  202/453-8400)


RELEASE:  91-162

STATEMENT BY THE ADMINISTRATOR


     With today's announcements of new appointments and office 
consolidation at NASA Headquarters, I will have in place an 
extremely strong team that will enhance NASA's overall program 
and personnel management.  This restructuring culminates other 
changes earlier in the year.  It is consistent with 
recommendations from external advisory groups and with my 
intention to better align our capabilities to successfully 
oversee the implementation of today's programs and plan for the 
missions of tomorrow."