[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

Expected opening and deadline in 2025 (exact dates to be announced)

Award size and duration vary; typically multi-million euro collaborative projects, funded for 2–4 years.

Supports collaborative R&I projects advancing sustainable, digital, and efficient air traffic management under the SESAR initiative.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, under the Horizon Europe framework, aims to advance research, development, and innovation in air traffic management (ATM) systems as part of the SESAR (Single European Sky ATM Research) initiative. The goal is to support collaborative projects that contribute to the digital transformation, modernization, and environmental sustainability of European air navigation services. Projects are expected to develop and demonstrate new concepts, technologies, and operational solutions that reduce the environmental footprint of ATM and improve the efficiency and safety of European airspace. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated call opening and submission deadline: 2025 (specific months to be confirmed). - All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - Award amounts vary by project scope; Horizon Europe SESAR projects typically receive several million euros per consortium. - Project durations are commonly 2–4 years. --- ## Eligibility - Open to consortia including universities, research organizations, private companies, and public bodies from EU Member States and associated countries. - Proposals must involve at least three independent legal entities from different eligible countries. - Collaborative, multidisciplinary research is encouraged. --- ## Application Process - Register and submit proposals via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-SESAR-2025-DES-IR-02-WA5-3?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=14&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Monitor the portal for official opening and closing dates, topic-specific guidance, and supporting documents. - Proposals must address the scope and expected impacts described in the call documentation. - Evaluation is based on excellence, impact, and quality of implementation. --- ## Additional Information - This call is part of the SESAR work programme, targeting technological and operational innovations for greener and more efficient air traffic. - International and cross-sector collaborations are encouraged. - The program supports the EU’s climate and digitalization goals in aviation. --- ## External Links - [Call Details & Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-SESAR-2025-DES-IR-02-WA5-3?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=14&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission – Horizon Europe](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) - [SESAR Joint Undertaking](https://www.sesarju.eu/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |--------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Funding & Tenders Portal | [Helpdesk & Support](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) | ---

Airborne capabilities for supporting reducing ATM environmental footprint

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