The Institute of Air Transport researches the complex interactions within the air transport sector as part of the overall transport system. We develop future scenarios, conduct economic and business analyses, and model and simulate flight and fleet operations.
In order for aviation to continue making a significant contribution to individual mobility in the future, sustainable solutions in air transport are essential. The DLR Institute of Air Transport researches the complex interconnections within air transport and its integration into the overall transport system. The focus is on forward-looking scenarios and both macroeconomic and business-related analyses. The institute also models and simulates the entire air transport sector to generate forecasts and evaluations.
Our colleagues play a crucial role in this work: they develop scenarios that capture the challenges and opportunities facing global aviation. They analyse economic factors and model flight and fleet operations to create a solid foundation for the strategic advancement of the aviation sector. This enables us to quantify the impact of new technologies and regulations on air transport and provide targeted recommendations. A key objective is to make air transport more climate-compatible and efficient, considering ecological, economic, technological, and social factors.
What specialities are we looking for?
Aerospace engineering
Economics and management
Economics
Environmental sciences
Transportation
Transport engineering and mobility
Industrial engineering, engineering sciences
Business informatics, (technical) computer science
Data science, computational science
Mechanical engineering
Mathematics
Computer science
Physics
Meteorology
Geosciences
Renewable energies
The institute comprises the departments of Air Transport Development, Air Transport Economics, Air Transport Management, and Flight Operations Concepts.
Within the DLR, the institute brings together expertise in air transport market analysis and evaluation of the entire value chain. This positions us as a key partner for industry, politics, and society in shaping the future of air transport. Our locations in Hamburg and Cologne facilitate close collaboration with airports, airlines, regulatory authorities, and manufacturers. Thanks to our links to Berlin and Brussels, we are also well-connected with political representatives and other stakeholders in the air transport sector.
Join our team and help shape the future of air transport! You will find a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment with exciting, socially relevant projects, close collaboration with international partners, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.
