The Global innovators' challenge 2027
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The Air League, in partnership with the Sustainable Skies World Summit, is delighted to announce that the Global Innovators’ Challenge 2027 is now open for entries. We are calling on ambitious young people aged 11 to 25 to imagine, design and share bold ideas that could help aviation, aerospace and space achieve Net Zero by 2050.
More than a competition, the Global Innovators’ Challenge is an opportunity to become part of the next generation of pioneers transforming the future of flight. Participants will explore emerging technologies, tackle real-world sustainability challenges, and turn their creativity into practical solutions. Most importantly, they will have the chance to showcase their ideas to industry leaders, innovators and decision-makers who are shaping the future of global aerospace.
Whether your passion lies in engineering, environmental sustainability, technology or creative problem-solving, this is your chance to make your voice heard and help create a cleaner, greener future for aviation and beyond.
competition information
11 - 15 Year olds
Got a big idea for a greener future?
Take part in the Global Innovators’ Challenge and design a creative poster showing how aviation could become cleaner and more sustainable.
Share your vision with the world, see your work displayed at the Sustainable Skies World Summit, and be in with a chance of winning an amazing prize. The future of flight starts with imagination, and yours could make a real difference.
16 - 25 Year olds
Do you have an idea that could help transform the future of flight?
We’re calling on A-Level students, university students, apprentices and recent graduates (16+) to collaborate and create a compelling 1,000-word proposal showcasing their vision for a more sustainable aviation industry.
The most outstanding entries will earn the chance to present their solutions at the Sustainable Skies World Summit, connect with influential industry leaders, and compete for exciting prizes and opportunities that could help launch their future careers.
2026 Winners