[Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)](https://www.faa.gov)

September 30, 2025

Up to $1,000,000 per award; minimum $1; up to 100 awards anticipated

Supports research, education, and outreach in technical training and human performance for the aviation industry.

Cost sharing or matching is required.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports the establishment and operation of a Center of Excellence (COE) focused on technical training and human performance in the aviation sector. The program aims to advance research, education, and outreach activities that enhance technical training methodologies, human performance, and workforce development for the aviation industry. Cooperative agreements will facilitate collaboration between the FAA and academic institutions to address challenges and opportunities in aviation technical training. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: September 30, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award per project: $1,000,000 - Minimum award: $1 - Estimated number of awards: up to 100 Actual funding levels are subject to the availability of funds and agency priorities. Cost sharing or matching funds are required. --- ## Eligibility - Public and State-controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education Applicants must have the capacity to conduct research and outreach relevant to technical training and human performance in aviation. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/291594). - Review the full opportunity details and follow all submission instructions provided on the Grants.gov page. - Ensure all required documentation is included and cost-sharing requirements are addressed. --- ## Additional Information - The cooperative agreement mechanism will be used, allowing for substantial involvement by the FAA. - This opportunity is part of the FAA's Air Transportation Centers of Excellence program (Assistance Listing 20.109). - For further details or clarifications, review the full [grant synopsis on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/291594). --- ## External Links - [FAA Center of Excellence Program Overview](https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/ang/coe) - [Full Grant Listing on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/291594) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |----------------|-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------| | Lincoln Cheng | Program and Management Analyst | [lincoln.k.cheng@faa.gov](mailto:lincoln.k.cheng@faa.gov) | 202-267-9583 |

COE for Technical Training and Human Performance

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