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Dual-use aviation systems and autonomy Grant
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This call is open to startups, small and medium-sized businesses and large companies and 1 other, at prototype and pilot stage, pre-seed and seed stage. Funding is a grant. Coverage is read from the notice itself: United Kingdom.
This grant funds UK-based organisations developing aviation technologies and autonomous systems with dual-use applications in both civil and military contexts, with up to £10 million available through Innovate UK. Eligible applicants include startups, SMEs, and larger companies working on next-generation aviation capabilities.
About this grant
This funding opportunity supports the development of aviation technologies and systems that can serve both civil and military use cases. UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £10 million to advance dual-use aviation systems and autonomy capabilities. The competition is delivered by Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), and aims to strengthen the UK's aviation sector through collaborative research and development.
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Eligibility
This competition is open to collaborations only. To lead a collaborative project, the organisation must be either a UK registered business or a UK public sector organisation. The consortium must contain at least one UK registered micro, small or medium sized enterprise (SME) claiming grant funding on the application.
Key requirements
- ✓UK registered organisation
- ✓Development of aviation technologies and systems for civil and military use cases
- ✓Focus on autonomy and dual-use applications
Relevant sectors
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Sustainable aviation funding backs sustainable aviation fuels, electric and hydrogen aircraft, airport decarbonisation and operational efficiency. Support is mostly research and demonstration money, with fuel offtake and mandates shaping the commercial market. Calls generally expect certification awareness and partners from airlines, airports or fuel producers.
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