Are you involved in developing groundbreaking technologies aimed at decarbonising aviation? Then the Clean Aviation funding scheme may be of interest to you. This initiative encourages businesses, universities, research centres, and experts from the aviation industry to develop and implement new impactful technologies within the aviation sector.

The objective of Clean Aviation

Clean Aviation focuses on the rapid development and implementation of technologies that contribute to cleaner aviation. The funding scheme contributes to the development of new aircraft technologies, in support of the European Green Deal and climate neutrality by 2050. Clean Aviation had two key objectives:

1. Developing technologies that contribute to reducing carbon emissions in aviation
2. Developing a strong and globally competitive aviation industry and supply chain in Europe

Grant Budget

The third call is expected to open in February 2025. A grant budget of €380 million has been allocated for this third call. This budget will be distributed across several themes:

• Aircraft Concept Integration & Impact Assessment (ACI&I) – €15 million
• Ultra-efficient Short-Medium Range (SMR) Aircraft architectures – €205 million
• Ultra-efficient Regional (REG) Aircraft architectures – €145 million
• New initiative: Fast Track Areas (FTA) – €15 million

New initiative: Fast Track Areas 

Clean Aviation has introduced a new initiative to promote disruptive technologies. The Fast Track Areas (FTA) are designed to reduce the risks associated with alternative and complementary technical solutions, allowing for faster implementation. A budget of €15 million has been allocated for this initiative, prioritising projects where impactful technologies can be rapidly developed and linked to SMR and REG projects. Additionally, the focus will be on solutions that address the most urgent challenges in decarbonising aviation.

Clean Aviation Deadlines for Call 3

The third call for Clean Aviation is expected to open in February 2025. Several deadlines have been set for this third call:

• 5 December 2024: Pre-publication of list of topics identified in the third Call for Proposals with a short abstract.
• 30 January 2025: Pre-publication of the draft amended work programme 2024-2025, including the topic descriptions for the third call for proposal
• 13 February 2025: Brokerage Onsite Event in Brussels, where potential participants can pitch and discuss projects with stakeholders
• End of February 2025: Launch of the call for proposals
• 4 March 2025: Online information day to assist with proposal preparation

Applying for Clean Aviation grant in 2025?

The third call for Clean Aviation is scheduled for 2025. Through this grant scheme, parties are encouraged to develop and implement technologies that contribute to the decarbonisation of aviation. Are you curious whether your project qualifies for Clean Aviation funding? Our specialists are happy to help you explore what opportunities are available. Please contact us at 088 495 20 00 or info@hezelburcht.com.