Dual-use aviation systems and autonomy

Innovate UK
Ongoing

Funding

Up to £10,000,000

Location

England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £10 million to develop aviation technologies. The funding supports systems that work for both civil and military use. This is from Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation. The grant focuses on dual-use aviation systems and autonomy technologies. You need to be a UK registered organisation to apply. The deadline is not specified, suggesting this may be a rolling application process. The total pot is £10 million to be shared between successful applicants.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

limited companycharityacademicpublic sector

Key requirements:

  • Must be UK registered organisation
  • Must develop dual-use aviation technologies
Who is this for?

This grant is for UK registered organisations working on aviation technology development. You should apply if you are developing systems that can be used in both civilian and military aviation. The grant is not limited to specific business sizes or types of organisation.

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Full details from Innovate UK

UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £10 million for the development of aviation technologies and systems that support both civil and military use cases. This funding is from Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).

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Last updated: 19 May 2026