European Aviation Research Policy in support to EU policies and initiatives

Last updated: 17.7.2025
Grant

The European Aviation Research Policy program, identified as HORIZON-CL5-2022-D5-01-14, supports pivotal research and innovation in aviation to align with EU policies and initiatives. It is designed to bridge the gap between R&I outcomes, regulatory frameworks, and economic investments, primarily focusing on achieving climate neutrality by 2050 and fostering digital transformation within the European aviation sector. This grant under Horizon Europe promotes collaborative efforts to drive a science-based approach towards sustainable and competitive aviation.

Who is Funded

This program supports a diverse range of applicants across the European Union and associated countries, focusing on advancing European aviation research and innovation. The primary objective is to contribute to a coherent European aviation research policy framework, ensuring alignment with the EU's ambitious climate and digital transformation goals.

What is Funded

This program funds research and innovation activities specifically in European aviation, focusing on early-stage technological development crucial for climate neutrality and digital transformation. It supports various sectors within the transport domain, with a particular emphasis on aviation's environmental impact reduction and industry leadership.

Type and Scope of Funding

Financial support for this program is provided in the form of grants for Research and Innovation Actions, with a substantial budget allocated to the specific topic.

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants must adhere to general conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, which cover admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, evaluation, and legal aspects.

Application Procedure

The application process for this program follows a single-stage submission procedure, with detailed guidelines provided in official documents and an established evaluation and award mechanism.

The European Aviation Research Policy program is firmly rooted in the overarching legal framework of Horizon Europe, ensuring its legitimacy and operational guidelines.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

5,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

26.04.2022

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union (includes EU Member States and Associated Countries such as Turkey. Specific provisions allow for funding participation from a number of non-EU/non-Associated Countries).

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Research and Development, Service Sector, Environmental and Climate Protection, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

The European Partnership Clean Aviation (EPCA), The European Partnership for Integrated Air Traffic Management (IATM), HFC, ACARE, ASD

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