Demonstration of an integrated hydrogen fuel system for a fully electric hydrogen fuel cell powered aircraft

As per Horizon Europe and Clean Aviation rules; eligible costs typically include personnel, equipment, travel, subcontracting, and other direct and indirect costs necessary for the project. Detailed guidance provided in the Annotated Model Grant Agreement.

Excellence: Clarity and pertinence of the project’s objectives, Soundness of the proposed methodology, Credibility of the pathway to achieve the expected outcomes and impacts.

Impact: The expected outcomes and impacts specified in the work programme, Measures to maximise impact, including dissemination, exploitation and communication.

Quality and efficiency of implementation: Work plan, resources, and consortium as a whole.

Thresholds and detailed subcriteria are described in Annex D of the Work Programme General Annexes.

Non-eligible applicants and activities are outlined in the Horizon Europe and Clean Aviation rules. Certain countries may not be eligible; specific exclusions detailed in call documents.

Reporting obligations as defined in the Model Grant Agreement, including periodic and final reports covering progress, deliverables, and financials.

Submission of proposals must follow the templates available in the Funding & Tenders Portal Submission System.

Applicants must periodically check for updates and clarifications (Q&A documents; published at specified dates).

Proposals are submitted electronically; single-stage deadline is 2026-05-19.

Completed application forms using the portal templates (including Part A and Part B).

Detailed budget annexes, work package description and cost breakdown.

Model Consortium Agreement and, if applicable, cooperation contracts.

Applicants must meet Horizon Europe eligibility, legal, and financial validation.