INCAS – National Institute for Aerospace Research “Elie Carafoli” is the leading research establishment in aerospace sciences in Romania, with a tradition of over 70 years in aerospace engineering, flow physics and applied aerodynamics, using state-of-the-art technologies and a unique infrastructure of national strategic importance.
Having been involved in all major national aeronautical projects for civil and military areas, INCAS currently acts as a major player in EU policy making for Research and Development under the FlightPath 2050 vision and the Horizon Europe program.
As a research establishment, the institute’s mission is to offer dedicated R&D services to both the domestic and international aerospace community. INCAS handles everything from basic-oriented research via applied research, to technological development and implementation of obtained production results.