Grants to support improved safety and efficiency for Australian airspace users
Automatic Dependent Surveillance (ADS-B) Broadcast Rebate ProgramLast Updated: 12 August 2022
Automatic Dependent Surveillance (ADS-B) Broadcast Rebate Program
Closing date: Wednesday 31 May 2023 5:00pm AEST Wed 31 May 2023 5:00pm AEST
What do you get?
Up to $5,000 per eligible aircraft covering up to 50% of eligible project expenditure. Only one grant per aircraft and per device is permitted.
Who is this for?
Overview
The objective of this program is to incentivise voluntary uptake of ADS-B equipment in Australian–registered aircraft operating under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) to improve safety and efficiency for Australian airspace users.
The program will provide:
- better situational awareness for pilots through improved electronic visibility of nearby airborne VFR aircraft
- enhanced search and rescue capabilities through improved air traffic information
- air traffic controllers with additional and accurate automated aircraft position information of VFR aircraft.
The program funds two classes of eligible ADS-B equipment:
- installed ADS-B equipment that air traffic controllers can use for aircraft separation purposes (referred to as ADS-B)
- portable ADS-B equipment for local electronic traffic information purposes (referred to as ADS-B EC).
Check if you can apply
You can apply if you meet the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria are a set of rules that describe who we can consider for this grant. You can apply if you:
- are an eligible entity
- have eligible activities
- have eligible expenditure.
The rules are in the grant opportunity guidelines.
Eligible entities
Eligible activities
Eligible expenditure
How to apply
Check if you’re ready to apply for a grant
Finding a suitable grant opportunity is just the start of the process to get funding. The application process can take time and effort. Understanding the entire process will help you be grant ready and may improve your chances of getting funding.
Use our checklist to find out what it takes to apply for a grant.
When you're ready to apply
Apply using our online portal:
- Create or log into your portal account.
- Follow the instructions to complete your application.
- Submit your application before the close date.
Make sure you include enough detail and supporting evidence in your application to help us decide whether to award you the grant.
Don’t submit the application until it’s complete. You can’t correct a mistake.
Eligible applications
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How we assess applications
Apply now
Apply for Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Rebate Program now
Before you apply, make sure you:
- read and understand the grant opportunity guidelines
- have all the required documents.
Using the online portal
Late application
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