Open
Plug and Play Aerospace & Defense Program
Open call · rolling / continuous submission.
| Reference | cand-179 |
|---|---|
| Source programme | auto-discovery |
| Type | accelerator |
| Status | open |
| Last updated | 2026-08-20 |
What this call is about
What it funds: The Plug and Play Aerospace & Defense Program supports startups and innovative projects in the aerospace and defense sectors. The objective is to accelerate the growth of these ventures through mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities. Who can apply: Not specified in the published call.
Is your startup eligible for this call? VIRA checks the full requirements against your profile in minutes — country, entity type, TRL, consortium rules — and drafts your application package with AI.
Check my eligibility free →Frequently asked
When is the deadline for cand-179?
No fixed deadline is listed — the call appears to accept rolling or continuous submissions. Verify on the official programme page.
How do I check if my startup is eligible?
Eligibility depends on country, entity type, team size and technology readiness (TRL). VIRA.space (Virtual Innovation Research Assistant) runs a free structured eligibility check against the full call requirements — this page shows only a teaser summary.
Where is the official call published?
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