Next generation ATS platform for airport operations

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

This program, "Next generation ATS platform for airport operations", is a key initiative under Horizon Europe's Digital European Sky. It aims to accelerate the development of advanced Air Traffic Services (ATS) platforms for airports, integrating cutting-edge technologies like AI and robust cybersecurity. The program seeks to enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability in airport operations across Europe.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for the "Next generation ATS platform for airport operations" funding program. It details the types of entities that can apply, the geographical scope of the program, and its overarching objectives to advance Air Traffic Services.

What is Funded

This section provides an overview of the specific types of projects and activities eligible for funding under the "Next generation ATS platform for airport operations" program, detailing the thematic areas, eligible costs, and the target maturity stages for supported innovations.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial structure of the "Next generation ATS platform for airport operations" funding program, including the type of financial instrument, the maximum funding available per project, and the standard funding rate for beneficiaries, alongside the maximum allowable project duration.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries of the "Next generation ATS platform for airport operations" program, covering application terms, consortium mandates, budget stipulations, and specific obligations regarding project results.

Application Procedure

This section describes the procedural steps for applying to the "Next generation ATS platform for airport operations" program, detailing the submission process, required documentation, and how proposals will be evaluated and selected.

This section identifies the foundational legal and regulatory frameworks governing the "Next generation ATS platform for airport operations" funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to established European Union policies for research and innovation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

12,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

Total: 24,000,000 € (for 2025); Annual: 24,000,000 € (for 2025)

Deadline

Deadline:

16.09.2025

Open Until

Open Until:

16.09.2025

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

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

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Entities involved in airport operations and Air Traffic Services (ATS)

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

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

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission, SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking

Managed By:

SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking

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