Abraham "Abe" Silverstein[2] (September 15, 1908 – June 1, 2001) was an American engineer who played an important part in the United States space program.

While at Langley, he directed important aerodynamic research which led to increased high-speed performance of most of the combat aircraft of World War II.

Following World War II, Silverstein was responsible for the conception, design, and construction of America's first supersonic propulsion wind tunnels.

He also directed research in propulsion aerodynamics in the Altitude Wind Tunnel that led to significant improvements in both reciprocating and early turbojet aircraft engines.

Silverstein is survived by two sons: Joe, of Thousand Oaks, California, and David, of Maumee, Ohio; a daughter, Judy Cook of Columbia, Maryland; and five grandchildren.