Thematic call in the area of 'Aeronautics 1A'
The European Commission has published a call for proposals in the area of 'Aeronautics 1A' under the Sixth Framework Programme's 'aeronautics and space' activity. This is one of the areas covered by the 'Integrating and strengthening the European Research Area' specific programme. The areas covered by this call are: - Strengthening competitiveness (area 1.3.1.1 of the work programme) - Improving environmental impact with regard to emissions and noise (area 1.3.1.2 of the work programme) - Improving aircraft safety and security (area 1.3.1.3 of the work programme) - Increasing the operational capacity and safety of the air transport system (area 1.3.1.4 of the work programme), technical domains a), b), and g) In specifying the instruments to be used in these areas, the call requests the use of integrated projects, networks of excellence, specific targeted research projects, and coordination actions. Proposers are advised to consult the full call text at the address below in order to find out the particular instruments requested for each area. The aeronautics research work programme is set against the two top-level objectives identified in the Strategic Research Agenda and the Vision 2020 Report: - To meet society's needs for a more efficient, safer and environmentally friendly air transport; - To win global leadership for European aeronautics, with a competitive supply chain, including small and medium size enterprises. The total indicative budget for this call is 240 million euroTo see the call text, please visit: http://fp6.cordis.lu/fp6/call_details.cfm?CALL_ID=2(opens in new window)