European Union Framework Programme
The HILAS project has been funded under the European Commission's Framework 6 (FP6) Progarmme, in the thematic priority of Aeronautics and Space. FP6 is the frame for the EU activities in the field of science, research and innovation with a budget of 17.5 billion for years 2002-2006. It represents about 4 to 5 percent of the overall expenditure on RTD in EU member states.

The main object of FP6 is to contribute to the creation of the European Research Area (ERA) by improving integration and co-ordination of research in Europe. Research was targeted at strengthening the European economy, solving major societal questions and supporting the formation and implementation of other EU policies.

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