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FAA Aviation Research Grants Program
Due Sep 7, 2027DOT - FAA Aviation Research Grants · Up to $6M
This FAA program funds aviation research grants and cooperative agreements supporting civil aviation and commercial space transportation, across topics like air traffic technology, aviation safety, weather, airports, and human factors, with awards up to about $6 million. Eligible applicants are public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and 501(c)(3) nonprofit research institutions other than higher-education institutions. It is not open to individuals or businesses, and applicant eligibility can vary with the nature of the research proposed. This is a large-award program aimed at universities and nonprofit research organizations.
Schools & universitiesNonprofits501(c)(3) onlyResearchers+2 moreJoint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials Research
No deadline listedFAA-COE-JAMS · Up to $20M
This FAA Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials (JAMS) opportunity is restricted to member universities of the Center of Excellence, so most applicants will not be eligible. It funds research on composites and advanced materials for aircraft safety and certification, with awards potentially up to about $20 million across the program. The program is built around academic-industry-government cost-sharing partnerships, so expect a matching/cost-share expectation.
Schools & universitiesResearchersLarge awardCost-share required+1 more