Competitiveness and digital transformation in aviation – advancing further capabilities, digital approach to design

Last updated: 17.7.2025
Grant

The HORIZON-CL5-2023-D5-01-09 funding program aims to bolster the competitiveness and accelerate the digital transformation within the European aviation sector. It seeks to advance aircraft design capabilities through innovative hybrid numerical and experimental approaches. This initiative supports cutting-edge research and innovation to achieve significant environmental improvements and maintain Europe's global leadership in aeronautics.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its overarching objectives, ensuring clarity on who can apply, where projects should be implemented, and what the program seeks to achieve for the aviation sector.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that are eligible for funding, along with an overview of the developmental stages of supported projects. It highlights the program's focus on innovative solutions for a cleaner and more competitive transport sector.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial parameters of the program, including the type of financial support offered, the funding amounts available per project, and the expected timeframe for funded initiatives. It provides essential information for understanding the financial scope of the support.

Conditions and Requirements

This section provides an overview of the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to. It covers application terms, collaboration guidelines, budget stipulations, and other important provisions ensuring compliance and successful project implementation.

Application Procedure

This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of the funding program, including the application submission process, how proposals are evaluated, and the notification of award decisions. It ensures applicants understand the steps involved from preparation to final selection.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that authorise and govern the funding program. It specifies the primary source of its legitimacy and outlines key overarching regulations and policies that shape its implementation and operation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

3,000,000 € to 5,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

15,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

20.04.2023

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union and associated countries, with specific provisions for participation from non-EU/non-associated countries.

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Aviation industry, transport sector

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

Clean Aviation partnership, European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)

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