ATM Excellent science and outreach for air–ground integration and autonomy

The 'ATM Excellent Science and Outreach' program under Horizon Europe primarily targets a wide range of legal entities across EU Member States and Associated Countries. Its overarching goal is to significantly enhance Air Traffic Management (ATM) performance, fostering greater operational efficiency, environmental benefits, increased capacity, and improved safety and security through advanced air-ground integration and autonomy. This initiative is crucial for accommodating new and more autonomous air vehicles within the Digital European Sky.

This program focuses on funding cutting-edge research and innovation projects that address the technological challenges of air-ground integration and autonomy in Air Traffic Management. Projects should aim to develop breakthrough solutions that enhance communication, safety, and efficiency across various operational environments.

The program provides financial support through grants, with specific funding amounts allocated per project. The project duration is set to allow for comprehensive research and dedicated time for communications, dissemination, and exploitation of results.

Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to a set of specific conditions and requirements throughout the application and project implementation phases. These include detailed stipulations for application submission, collaboration, and comprehensive obligations regarding dissemination and exploitation of project results.

The application process for this program involved a single-stage submission. Applicants were required to prepare detailed proposals using specific templates, and the evaluation was based on a combination of general and customized award criteria.

This program operates under a robust legal framework established by several key European Union regulations and policies, ensuring transparency, fairness, and alignment with broader strategic objectives for research and innovation.