EU & international strategy and working groups

Supporting the participation of Austrian industry and research in national and international strategic bodies on RTI (ACARE, H2, ...) and making Austria more attractive as a location for international working group meetings.

Interview of Prof. Michael Weigand on "Geared Turbofan"

Dr. Michael Weigand, is a Professor at the Technical University of Vienna, Austria, and Head of the Research Unit of Machine Elements and Transmissions for Aviation. The interview was conducted by the European Aeronautics Science Network (EASN).

European Research and Innovation for European SAF Policy

30. November 2023, 10:00 (GMT+01:00)
Centre Albert Borschette, Brussels and Online

This event aims at supporting the deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) production and the research towards their commercialisation in Europe. The event will be based on the objectives of bringing together research project and investment opportunities, complementing the work done in the Renewable Fuels Alliance (RLCF), and supporting new feedstocks and production pathways.

International exchange programs for aviation

Promotion of international exchange programs for networking international aviation stakeholders, also with the support of the endowed professors.

Applications open for the SESAR Young Scientist Award 2025

The SESAR Young Scientist Award recognises young scientists, who have demonstrated excellence in ATM and aviation-related research fields. The award also provides researchers starting out in their career with an opportunity for further professional development.

Open now: Call for contributions to SESAR Innovation Days and SESAR Young Scientist Award 2024

The SESAR Innovation Days (SIDs) provide a platform for sharing progress and research results in air traffic management (ATM), focusing on exploratory research. Both calls for posters/exhibits and papers are open, welcoming submissions from researchers across disciplines. Young scientists can also apply for the SESAR Young Scientist Award, recognizing excellence in ATM and aviation-related research.

7th International Conference of Engineering Against Failure (ICEAF)

21. - 23. June 2023
Anargyrios and Korgialenios School of Spetses (AKSS), Spetses Island, GR

The conference aims to stimulate interdisciplinary collaboration dedicated to the prevention of technological failure. A range of technological areas will be covered, including aeronautics, construction, recycling, manufacturing, etc.

Pitch & Connect - Clean Aviation's Call 4 Networking Event

13. February 2026, 9:00 - 17:00
Comet Meetings - Louise, Place Stéphanie 20, 1050 Brussels, Belgium

The event gathers disruptive innovators and facilitates connections between European aviation stakeholders and entities interested in getting involved in the Joint Undertaking’s fourth Call for Proposals*, scheduled to launch on 17 February 2025.

Aviation Forum Austria 2026

The Aviation Forum Austria 2026 is dedicated to the future of research and innovation in aviation, both nationally and internationally. Decision-makers, experts, and professionals from the aviation industry will discuss and reflect on current trends and innovations in aviation, as well as future needs for research and development and the resulting potential for collaboration.

Clean Aviation Call 4 for Proposals

Clean Aviation is pleased to announce that its Call 4 for Proposals was launched on 17 February 2026. This call will provide up to €329.5 million in EU funding, with an estimated €824 million of total research effort(1) to support disruptive projects aimed at decarbonising aviation, as well as fostering EU competitiveness and industrial leadership.

€329.5 million in EU funding: Clean Aviation announces its Call 4 for Proposals

Clean Aviation is pleased to announce that its Call 4 for Proposals was launched on 17 February 2026. This call will provide up to €329.5 million in EU funding, with an estimated €824 million of total research effort to support disruptive projects aimed at decarbonising aviation, as well as fostering EU competitiveness and industrial leadership.

Aviation Forum Austria 2026

17. - 18. March 2026
Austrian Economic Chambers (WKÖ) Wiedner Hauptstraße 63, 1045 Vienna, AT

The Aviation Forum Austria 2026 is dedicated to the future of research and innovation in aviation, both nationally and internationally. Decision-makers, experts, and professionals from the aviation industry will discuss and reflect on current trends and innovations in aviation, as well as future needs for research and development and the resulting potential for collaboration.