Munich Aerospace defines four forward-looking key topics. They anchor the regional core competencies and provide orientation on how Bavaria can successfully shape its research and innovation. For this purpose, Munich Aerospace promotes research projects of its four members: Technical University of Munich, German Aerospace Center in Oberpfaffenhofen, University of the Bundeswehr Munich and Bauhaus Luftfahrt. To accelerate technology transfer, companies are invited to participate in Munich Aerospace’s research groups or to initiate their own research projects.
Space for Earth
This pillar focuses on using space technologies – like satellites and remote sensing – to better understand and protect our planet. Applications include climate monitoring, natural disaster prediction, and sustainable resource management.
Moving People and Goods
Research here aims to develop safe, efficient, and sustainable air and space transportation systems. It includes advancements in autonomous flight, urban air mobility, and green propulsion technologies.
Secure Society
Research leveraging aerospace technologies to enhance security and resilience as well as strengthen sovereignty in critical infrastructures and similar domains. This includes cybersecurity and resilience aspects, surveillance and situational-awareness, as well as emergency response systems. It supports both civil protection and national defence initiatives.
Information for Citizens
This pillar promotes access to aerospace-derived data and services that empower the public. It covers digital platforms, communications, navigation and timing systems, and further tools that enhance transparency, awareness, and everyday usability.