Competitiveness and digital transformation in aviation – advancing further composite aerostructures

Last updated: 17.7.2025
Grant

This Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action aimed to significantly advance composite aerostructures within the aviation sector. It focused on enhancing competitiveness and digital transformation by developing new tools and processes for the European aviation supply chain.

Who is Funded for Aviation Innovation?

This program supports entities engaged in advancing the European aviation sector through cutting-edge research and innovation in composite aerostructures, with a strong emphasis on digital transformation and sustainability. It targets a broad range of organizations across EU Member States and Associated Countries.

What is Funded in Advanced Aviation Technologies?

This funding targets innovative projects focused on developing and implementing advanced composite technologies for aviation, covering design, manufacturing, maintenance, and integration aspects to foster a digital and sustainable European aircraft supply chain.

Type and Scope of Funding for Aviation Research

This program offers grants under the Horizon Europe framework, providing substantial funding for projects that significantly advance composite aerostructures. The financial support is provided as a lump sum, with indicative project contributions designed to facilitate impactful research and innovation within the aviation sector.

Conditions and Requirements for Aviation Projects

Applications and project implementations are governed by comprehensive conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, covering admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, and grant management. Collaborations are strongly encouraged, reflecting the program's focus on collective innovation.

Application Procedure for Aviation Funding

The application process was a single-stage submission, now closed, with proposals undergoing a rigorous evaluation based on predefined criteria. Applicants were informed of the results, reflecting a transparent selection mechanism.

The program operates under the comprehensive legal framework of Horizon Europe, ensuring compliance with EU regulations for research and innovation funding.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

21,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

18.04.2024

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and Associated Countries, with a focus on strengthening the global competitiveness and leadership of the European aeronautics ecosystem.

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Research and Development, Green Technology, Information and Communication Technology, Construction and Building Materials, Environmental and Climate Protection

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

CINEA

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