Detect and avoid
The 'Detect and avoid' (EDF-2023-DA-C4ISR-DAA) program, part of the European Defence Fund (EDF), aimed to advance the integration of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) into European airspace. This initiative focused on developing, standardizing, qualifying, and certifying Detect and Avoid (DAA) solutions to enable safe and unrestricted UAS operations alongside manned and unmanned aircraft.
Who is Funded
This section details the types of entities eligible for funding under the 'Detect and avoid' program, emphasizing the geographical scope and the program's strategic objectives for unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Funding is primarily directed towards consortia from EU Member States and EDF associated countries (like Norway) that can contribute to the safe integration of UAS into civil and military airspace.
What is Funded
This section outlines the specific types of projects, thematic areas, and activities supported by the 'Detect and avoid' program, focusing on the development and standardization of DAA solutions for UAS. It details the eligible stages of project development and thematic priorities to achieve safe airspace integration.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section outlines the financial mechanisms and overall budget available for the 'Detect and avoid' program, clarifying the nature of the support provided under the European Defence Fund.
Conditions and Requirements
This section highlights the essential conditions and requirements for participation in the 'Detect and avoid' program, particularly emphasizing collaborative efforts, regulatory adherence, and procedural stipulations for applicants.
Application Procedure
This section provides an overview of the application process for the 'Detect and avoid' program, detailing how proposals are submitted and evaluated. It highlights the single-stage submission process and the resources available for applicants.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that authorize, establish, and govern the 'Detect and avoid' funding program, clarifying its mandate and the regulations shaping its operation.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
The overall budget for the 'EDF-2023-DA' call, under which this topic falls, was 714,500,000 € for 2023.
Deadline:
22.11.2023
Open Until:
Closed
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union; Norway
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Feasibility Study, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Evaluation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
EUROCAE, EASA, EUROCONTROL, SESAR, ANSPs (Air Navigation Service Providers), pilot organisations, ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization), European Defence Agency’s Mid-air collision avoidance system (MIDCAS) project.
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