Icing in the context of sustainable aviation
The 'Icing in the context of sustainable aviation' funding program aims to bolster aviation safety and efficiency by addressing challenges posed by aircraft icing in the era of low-carbon aviation and climate change. It supports cutting-edge research and innovation to develop advanced ice detection and protection systems, alongside tools for certification of future sustainable aircraft concepts. This initiative is crucial for enabling the next generation of cleaner aircraft while maintaining the highest safety standards.
Who is Funded
This program targets research and innovation entities focused on enhancing aviation safety and efficiency by developing solutions for aircraft icing in the context of sustainable aviation. It welcomes participation from EU Member States and Associated Countries, and certain non-EU countries. The overarching goal is to generate scientific expertise and knowledge for certifying icing systems and developing new prototypes.
What is Funded
This program supports research and innovation actions focused on aircraft icing in the context of sustainable aviation. It covers the development of numerical tools, testing capabilities, and new technologies for ice detection and protection, with eligible costs taking the form of lump sum contributions. Projects should typically be at Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 3-5.
Type and Scope of Funding
The program provides grant funding structured as lump sum contributions, with a specific financial limit per project. The overall funding aims to support research and innovation activities for a defined duration, though the exact project duration is not specified in the current document.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must adhere to general Horizon Europe conditions for admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, and evaluation. Collaboration in consortia is expected for research and innovation actions, and specific rules regarding lump sum grants and general legal frameworks apply.
Application Procedure
The application process involves a single-stage submission following specific guidelines and forms provided in the Submission System. Evaluations are conducted based on predefined criteria, with timelines for assessment and grant agreement finalization outlined in program annexes.
Legal Basis
The program's foundation is rooted in the Horizon Europe Framework Programme and its Specific Programme Decision, further governed by the EU Financial Regulation and specific decisions on funding models. These official texts provide the legal framework for the program's operation and are accessible through European Commission resources.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Planned
Maximum Amount:
4,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
4,000,000 €
Deadline:
20.01.2026
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union Member States and Associated Countries, along with specific non-EU/non-Associated Countries that have made funding provisions for their participants.
Sectors:
Transportation and Logistics, Research and Development, Green Technology
Beneficiaries:
Aviation industry, research institutions, academic bodies, and technology developers involved in sustainable aerospace.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
TECH2MARKET SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA (dissemination/communication, exploitation), MAG SOAR S.L. (supercooled water preparation, icing control), elements media S.L. (project communication agency), Flow Analysis and Simulation Team (FEA, Fluid Flow, AI), PMO Yonetim ve Danismanlik A.S. (project management consulting), SYDDANSK UNIVERSITET (defrosting models, experimental setup), CENTRE INTERNACIONAL DE METODES NUMERICS EN ENGINYERIA (computational mechanics, metamaterials), Logiicdev GMBH (RF, FPGA, AI-Driven Battery Testing Solution), INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT OF HERAKLION CRETE SA (pilot case for innovative projects, sustainable construction, transport & mobility)
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