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Enabling Autonomous Aerial Systems through Operational Methods and Technological Enhancements

Project description

Southeast Europe excellence hub in advanced air mobility

Advanced air mobility (AAM) is a rapidly emerging aerospace sector aiming to integrate highly automated aircraft as well as electric and hybrid aircraft, including using large intelligently coordinated drone systems for sustainable cargo transport. The EU-funded EUSOME project aims to energise AAM research and innovation (R&I) in Southeast Europe, addressing specific regional challenges. EUSOME’s consortium integrates expertise from research entities, aircraft manufacturers, civil aviation authorities, public agencies, technology transfer specialists and civil society. It will bring AAM to the forefront of transportation planning in the region with a R&I infrastructure, an action plan for adoption of the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s recommendations on AAM, and a vibrant mentoring and training programme.

Objective

The emergence of large drone systems that can be integrated with intelligent coordination technology has enabled Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) concepts that are poised to revolutionize a broad range of domains including transport (including logistics), and climate adaptation. Nevertheless, despite commendable global initiatives, Southeast Europe is facing challenges and delays in adopting and implementing AAM. In this context, we introduce EUSOME with the mission to propel the AAM R&I ecosystem in this part of Europe, addressing specific regional challenges arising from its distinctive geographical characteristics. Evidently, the region would heavily benefit from the development and adoption of a transformative transportation solution that has the potential to eradicate traffic congestion and provide a transformative climate adaptation solution to a heavily stressed ecosystem. Nevertheless, the incorporation of AAM presents regulatory complexities and lacks a driving force in terms of R&I in AAM, partly due to the absence of a cohesive, open R&I infrastructure and adequate specialized mentoring programs.

The proposed EUSOME Excellence Hub endeavors to tackle these challenges head-on, assuming a pivotal role in establishing AAM as an integral component of the transportation landscape in the region. The consortium consists of experts across the whole AAM spectrum, from cutting-edge research departments, aircraft manufacturing, civil aviation authorities, relevant public agencies, experts in translating research into innovation, and representatives of the public society. This partnership enables EUSOME to deliver a diversified open R&I infrastructure, covering all needs within the AAM spectrum, a regional masterplan for the adoption of EASA’s recommendations on AAM, and a comprehensive mentoring, training, and service provider program for entities (businesses, public agencies, etc.) desiring to enter the AAM domain.

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HORIZON-CSA - HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

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Coordinator

UNIVERSITY OF CYPRUS
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€ 1 307 500,00
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AVENUE PANEPISTIMIOU 2109 AGLANTZI
1678 Nicosia
Cyprus

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Κύπρος Κύπρος Κύπρος
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Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
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€ 1 307 500,00

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