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SPA — FLASH Innovative Naval Prototype (Hypersonic Boost-Glide)

ONR FLASH INP — SPA

Funds critical enabling technologies for hypersonic boost-glide vehicle development and performance.

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The Office of Naval Research (ONR) issued Special Program Announcement N0001426SBC05 on May 21, 2026, soliciting proposals under the Flight Advancement of Structures for Hypersonics (FLASH) Innovative Naval Prototype (INP) program. FLASH seeks research on Critical Enabling Technologies (CETs) for hypersonic boost-glide vehicles — specifically covering vehicle structural performance, aerodynamic an

Vehicle structural, aerodynamic and thermal performance; controllability; affordability; VLS and VPM compatibility. FLASH Innovative Naval Prototype (INP) topic.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.31 Aug 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.onr.navy.mil