ATM Excellent science and outreach for connected and automated ATM
This program, identified as HORIZON-SESAR-2023-DES-ER2-WA1-1, is a key initiative under Horizon Europe aimed at advancing Air Traffic Management (ATM). It specifically focuses on driving scientific research and outreach to foster connected and automated ATM systems, aligning with the Digital European Sky vision for a safer, more scalable, and resilient aviation infrastructure.
Who is Funded
This section details the target groups, geographic reach, and core objectives of the ATM Excellent Science and Outreach for Connected and Automated ATM program. It aims to support a wide range of organizations across the European Union in their efforts to advance air traffic management through innovative research and development, ultimately contributing to the Digital European Sky initiative.
What is Funded
This section outlines the specific types of projects and thematic areas supported by the ATM Excellent Science and Outreach for Connected and Automated ATM program. It details the eligible sectors, the developmental stages of projects that qualify for funding, and the overarching focus on research and innovation actions aimed at transforming Air Traffic Management through advanced digital technologies and automation.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the nature of financial support provided by the ATM Excellent Science and Outreach for Connected and Automated ATM program, including the type of financial instrument, funding amounts, and project duration. The program exclusively offers grants to support innovative research and development projects aimed at advancing Air Traffic Management, with specific budget allocations for different work areas and maximum contributions per grant.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries of the ATM Excellent Science and Outreach for Connected and Automated ATM program. It covers application terms, mandatory collaboration rules, and specific obligations regarding budget, data, and intellectual property to ensure alignment with the program's goals and broader European regulations.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the procedural steps for applying to the ATM Excellent Science and Outreach for Connected and Automated ATM program, detailing the application flow and the evaluation process. The call followed a single-stage submission, with a clear deadline and subsequent communication of evaluation results, ensuring transparency in the selection of promising ATM research proposals.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the core legal and official documents that establish and govern the ATM Excellent Science and Outreach for Connected and Automated ATM program. It highlights the foundational regulations and key policies from the European Union's Horizon Europe framework that shape the program's implementation and operation, ensuring legal compliance and strategic alignment.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
1,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
9,000,000 € for Work Area 1 (WA1), where this topic is included. The total budget requested for above-threshold proposals for this specific topic was 9,791,786.25€.
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union and Associated Countries
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Transportation and Logistics, Other
Beneficiaries:
Air Traffic Management (ATM) sector, aviation industry, researchers, air traffic controllers (ATCOs), pilots, aerodrome operators, and related stakeholders in the European Union and Associated Countries.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission (through Horizon Europe)
Managed By:
SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking (SESAR 3 JU)
Additional Partners:
SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking (SESAR 3 JU) as managing entity; other grants awarded under the same call as collaborative partners for result sharing; EASA for coordination on AI activities.
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