Research

Investment in research, development and innovation (RDI) is vital for the competitiveness of the EU aeronautics industry. RDI expenditures represent 10% of industry turnover, one third of which being financed by the public sector. ​

Ambitious targets for 2050 are set in Europe's vision for aviation. Research and innovation will play a pivotal role in achieving them.

EU R&I in aviation contributes to significantly reducing aircraft noise, greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption, thus improving safety, local air quality and minimising our dependency on imported fossil fuels.
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​EU supports the European RDI effort in aeronautics through with:
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  1. Funds from Horizon Europe - Cluster 5 - Climate, Energy and Mobility
  2. ​Joint Technology Initiatives: Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking and SESAR Join Undertaking
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