Strategic Programme
The ATI's flagship funding programme enabling technology research and development for the benefit of the UK aerospace sector delivering clean growth.
About the Strategic Programme
The Strategic Programme offers funding for research and technology development in the UK to maintain and grow the UK’s competitive position in civil aerospace.
This programme is coordinated and managed by:
- Department for Business and Trade
- Innovate UK
- Aerospace Technology Institute
Application Process
If unsuccessful, the EOI can be amended and resubmitted a further two times.
If unsuccessful, the FSA can be resubmitted to one of the next two strategic batches.
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Draft Expression of Interest
Complete a draft Expression of Interest (EOI) to receive feedback from the ATI.
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ATI Framework Agreement
Read and sign the ATI Framework Agreement, as early as possible but no later than 30 days after FSA Notification (Step 07).
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Expression of Interest
Submit formal EOI on Innovation Funding Service (IFS) portal.
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EOI
NotificationIf successful, applicants will be invited to proceed to Stage 2.
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Draft Full Stage Application
Complete a draft Full Stage Application (FSA) for feedback from the ATI.
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Full Stage Application
Submit Full Stage Application. A link will be provided by Innovate UK.
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FSA
NotificationApplicants receive notification of the funding decision.
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Proceed to Contracting
Successful applicants sign the ATI Lead Partner Contact Form and proceed to Innovate UK's contracting stage.
ATI Framework Agreement – Important
All applicants to the ATI Strategic Programme must read and sign the ATI Framework Agreement. To avoid delays later in the process we recommend doing so as early as possible but it must be completed no later than 30 days after FSA Notification. This link will take you to our secure Adobe Sign page where you can read and sign the ATI Framework Agreement. Your digital signature will be reviewed by the ATI team and you will receive confirmation via email once the validation process is complete.
Useful links
ATI Hub
Visit the ATI Hub to discover opportunities to connect with the ATI and collaborate with innovators in Aerospace.
Competition Dates
View the latest competition dates and deadlines for submissions for 2025.
Draft EOI
Complete an optional draft Expression of Interest (EOI) to receive feedback from the ATI.
Lead Partner Contact Form
After receiving notification of a successful application, lead partners must complete this form.
Industrial Contributions
Important information on Industrial Contributions to the running costs of the ATI.
Guidance for applicants
View the complete guidance on the UKRI website.
FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions.
Contact us
For any other enquiries, please contact competitions@ati.org.uk
Contact us
If you need more information about how to apply, please contact competitions@ati.org.uk. All enquiries will be responded to within 5 working days.
For urgent funding enquiries, call us on (+44)20 4522 8190. Lines are open Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:00 excluding UK bank holidays.