Programme
Impact on people and society
In today’s world, aviation plays an important role in transporting goods and connecting people all over the globe. At the same time, aviation causes noise nuisance and greenhouse gas emissions contribute to global warming. Due to its own success, the sector has moved further away from society and the effects of this are noticeable.
The programme Impact on people and society addresses the question of how we can close this gap so that aviation once again meets the needs of society. NLR supports people and organisations with the sensible use of aviation and solutions that contribute to the acceptance of (current and) new technological developments. We do this with factual information and new insights.
“ Flying as a great plus or a major evil”
Programme leader Rui Roosien on the Impact on people and society knowledge programme
To provide insight into the impact of aviation, we are investigating new ways of measuring and calculating noise nuisance from aircraft, for indicating the influence of routes on nuisance and for mapping nuisance-reducing measures, and the societal acceptance of drones and Innovative Air Mobility (IAM), at the national and international level. With new technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, NLR wants to optimise the collaboration between person and machine in aerospace, to harness the accompanying opportunities so that people can work in an effective and enjoyable way.
Some projects
Luchtvaart in Transitie: DASAL
DASAL supports aviation actors in their transition to climate-neutral aviation by 2050 by providing informed choices and innovation strategies. This is achieved by conducting research on simulation models for the aviation system and the effects of innovation on emissions, noise, and costs. Additionally, a research infrastructure is being built with existing and new models. In this way, we contribute to realising a sustainable and economically responsible future for aviation, with a focus on sustainability, economic growth, and social impact.
Read more about this project on the website of Luchtvaart in Transitie.
DRONABLE
The DRONABLE project aims to accelerate the adoption of Drone-Enabled Logistics Services (DELS) in Europe and change the future of logistics. Within DRONABLE, we analyse the logistical needs for the use of DELS in urban areas, taking into account regulatory, environmental, and social boundaries. Using simulations and pilot trials, we develop roadmaps that support logistical operators, government agencies, policymakers, and OEMs in the implementation of DELS. Our project is part of a ‘Societal Readiness Pilot’, where we promote social acceptance and uptake of the results, to realise a sustainable and innovative logistical future.
Whitepaper on policy choices
NLR presents a whitepaper on policy choices for the framework of aviation, with the aim of inspiring the government, sector, and societal parties to engage in an open conversation about a potential new policy framework. Within this whitepaper, we bring together the most important issues and, where possible, make knowledge- and fact-driven recommendations on promising lines of thought. This way, we can collaborate on a future-proof policy framework that helps the aviation sector move forward, without being limited by existing mindsets.
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