Integration of the next generation aircraft for zero/low emission aviation

Last updated: 16.7.2025
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This EU funding program, part of the Horizon Europe initiative and managed by the SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking, focuses on the crucial integration of next-generation, zero/low emission aircraft into the European Air Traffic Management (ATM) system. The objective is to ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally sustainable aviation operations as new aircraft technologies, such as hydrogen and battery-electric planes, are introduced.

Who is Funded: Eligible Applicants and Program Objectives for Sustainable Aviation

This section provides comprehensive details on who is eligible to apply for the Integration of the Next Generation Aircraft for Zero/Low Emission Aviation program, including specific applicant types, the geographical scope of funded activities, and the core objectives the program aims to achieve.

What is Funded: Project Scope and Research Focus for Zero/Low Emission Aviation

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and specific activities supported by the Integration of the Next Generation Aircraft for Zero/Low Emission Aviation funding. It also clarifies eligible costs and the typical maturity levels of projects targeted for funding.

Type and Scope of Funding: Financial Support for Sustainable Aviation Research

This section outlines the financial aspects of the Integration of the Next Generation Aircraft for Zero/Low Emission Aviation program, including the type of financial support, the available funding amounts per project, and the expected duration for funded initiatives.

Conditions and Requirements: Ensuring Compliance and Impact in Aviation Research

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to for the Integration of the Next Generation Aircraft for Zero/Low Emission Aviation program. It covers application terms, collaboration guidelines, budget stipulations, and other important provisions.

Application Procedure: Navigating the Process for Zero/Low Emission Aviation Funding

This section provides a detailed guide to the application process for the Integration of the Next Generation Aircraft for Zero/Low Emission Aviation program, from preparation and submission to evaluation and award procedures, ensuring applicants are well-informed.

This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that authorize and govern the Integration of the Next Generation Aircraft for Zero/Low Emission Aviation funding program, providing insights into its legitimacy and the regulations that shape its operation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

Between 1,000,000 € and 2,000,000 € per project.

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

The overall annual budget for the Digital European Sky Exploratory Research 03 (HORIZON-SESAR-2025-DES-ER-03) call in 2025 is 14,000,000 €.

Deadline

Deadline:

16.09.2025

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European airspace, covering EU Member States and Associated Countries, with potential for participation from certain non-EU/non-Associated Countries that have made specific funding provisions under Horizon Europe.

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Renewable Energy, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Software Development

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Aviation sector, Air Traffic Management stakeholders, Aerospace industry, Environmental initiatives

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking

Additional Partners:

Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking, EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency)

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