EUSOME is a Horizon Europe–funded project shaping the future of Advanced Air Mobility in Southeast Europe through innovation, regulation, training, and public engagement.
Description
The EUSOME project (Enhanced Urban & Suburban Operations of Manned and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) is an ambitious initiative that focuses on integrating AAM solutions into the region’s transportation network through cutting-edge technology and research.
The emergence of large drone systems that can be integrated with intelligent coordination technology has enabled Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) concepts that are poised to revolutionize a broad range of domains including transport (also encompassing logistics), emergency response, and even climate adaptation. Nevertheless, despite commendable global initiatives, Southeast Europe is facing challenges and delays in adopting and implementing AAM.
The EUSOME project brings together 16 partners, with diverse expertise across the AAM spectrum—from cutting-edge research institutions and aircraft manufacturers to civil aviation authorities, public agencies, innovation specialists, non-governmental organizations, and public representatives. The project is coordinated by the KIOS Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus. At SocialTech Lab, we are proud to contribute our expertise and stakeholder connection to this groundbreaking project. Our involvement highlights our commitment to technological innovation and societal progress.
Project Structure & Activities
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Open Research & Innovation Infrastructure enabling testing, validation, and deployment of AAM technologies
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Training & Mentoring Programmes covering UAV piloting, autonomous systems, regulations, and applied use cases
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Advanced R&I Activities focused on ML-driven autonomous flight and intelligent coordination systems
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Regulatory & Policy Framework Development, supporting the adoption of EASA U-Space services in the region
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EUSOME Thematic Innovation Hub (TIH) offering open-access services, consultancy, and market-oriented support
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Outreach & Public Engagement Actions to raise awareness, build trust, and support societal acceptance of AAM
Impact
Strengthened AAM ecosystem
by building shared research, innovation, and testing infrastructure tailored to regional needs.
Enhanced skills and human capacity
via targeted mentoring and training for professionals, researchers, and public stakeholders in the AAM sector.
Regulatory readiness
and policy alignment by contributing to the development of a regional master plan aligned with EASA frameworks for AAM adoption.
Innovation and market uptake
by providing services and support for public and private entities to pilot, test, and exploit AAM technologies.
EUSOME Thematic Innovation Hub (TIH)
for open access, collaboration, and market opportunities for project outcomes, ensuring long-term sustainability.
Public awareness and acceptance
of AAM via h community engagement and use cases in transport, emergency response, and climate adaptation.
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