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Search similar grants →Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, and other entities with aviation research capabilities. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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FAA Aviation Research Grants Program is a grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Department of Transportation that funds innovative aviation research supporting the long-term growth and short-term technical needs of civil aviation. Grants and cooperative agreements are available for research of potential benefit to civil aviation safety, efficiency, and advancement. Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations other than higher education institutions. No cost-sharing match is required. The program is open for applications through September 7, 2027. Funding amounts vary by research proposal and cooperative agreement scope.
The Aviation Research Grants Program is a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that funds research to improve aviation safety, efficiency, and environmental performance across the national airspace system. The program supports investigations by accredited colleges and universities, nonprofit organizations, and independent research institutions working on FAA-priority topics including air traffic management, aircraft systems, airport operations, and human factors. Recent federal obligations total approximately $5.5 million for fiscal year 2026. Eligible applicants include U.S. academic institutions and other nonprofit research bodies. The application deadline is September 7, 2027.