4 projects
All four H2020 projects (DREAM, LATTE, TRAIL, CHRZASZCZ) involve design and production of composite structural components for aircraft.
Organization
LA COMPOSITE SRO
Czech SME manufacturing advanced composite aerostructures — fairings, nacelles, and thermal barriers for European rotorcraft and tiltrotor programs.
Technology SMEtransportCZSMENo active H2020 projects
H2020 projects
4
As coordinator
0
Total EC funding
€1.7M
Unique partners
10
What they do
Their core work
LA Composite is a Czech SME specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced composite structures for the aerospace and rotorcraft industry. They produce aerodynamic fairings, engine nacelles, cowlings, and thermal protection components for next-generation aircraft and helicopters. Their work sits at the intersection of lightweight composite manufacturing and aerospace structural engineering, delivering flight-ready components within Clean Sky 2 programs. They serve as a specialist supplier to major European rotorcraft and tiltrotor demonstrator programs.
Core expertise
What they specialise in
Rotorcraft fairings and cowlingsprimary
2 projects
DREAM focused on engine compartment cowlings for fast compound rotorcraft; LATTE delivered a full fairing for the RACER demonstrator main rotor head.
Engine nacelle structuressecondary
1 project
TRAIL involved designing and manufacturing a high-performance, low-cost nacelle structure for a next-generation civil tilt rotor, their largest funded project (EUR 997,500).
Thermal barrier and exhaust systemsemerging
1 project
CHRZASZCZ addressed APU exhaust muffler thermal barrier and air intake construction, expanding their scope beyond purely structural composites.
Evolution & trajectory
How they've shifted over time
Early focus
Rotorcraft composite fairings
Recent focus
Nacelle and thermal systems
LA Composite began their H2020 participation (2017-2019) focused on composite fairings and cowlings for fast rotorcraft demonstrators, producing external aerodynamic structures. In the later period (2019-2023), their work shifted toward more complex integrated systems — engine nacelle structures for tilt rotors and thermal barrier components for auxiliary power units. This progression shows a move from purely structural composite parts toward thermally and functionally demanding aerospace components.
Moving from external aerodynamic covers toward higher-complexity components that combine structural, thermal, and functional requirements — signaling readiness for more demanding aerospace supply chain roles.
Collaboration profile
How they like to work
Role: specialist_contributorReach: European6 countries collaborated
LA Composite operates exclusively as a specialist participant — they have never coordinated a project, instead contributing targeted manufacturing expertise to larger consortia. With 10 unique partners across 6 countries over just 4 projects, they connect with a diverse set of collaborators rather than repeatedly working with the same group. This profile suggests a reliable, technically focused subcontractor that integrates well into complex multi-partner aerospace programs.
They have collaborated with 10 distinct partners across 6 European countries, all within the Clean Sky 2 Joint Technology Initiative ecosystem. Their network reflects the concentrated European rotorcraft and aerospace supply chain.
Why partner with them
What sets them apart
LA Composite fills a specific niche as a Czech composite manufacturing SME capable of delivering flight-grade aerospace components within major EU demonstrator programs. Unlike larger Tier 1 suppliers, they offer the agility of an SME combined with proven delivery on demanding Clean Sky 2 programs involving fast rotorcraft, tilt rotors, and engine systems. For consortium builders, they bring hands-on composite production capability without the overhead of a large aerospace corporation.
Notable projects
Highlights from their portfolio
- TRAILLargest project by funding (EUR 997,500) — designed and manufactured a nacelle structure for a next-generation civil tilt rotor, representing their most ambitious component.
- LATTEDelivered a complete main rotor head fairing for the RACER fast rotorcraft demonstrator, one of Clean Sky 2's flagship programs.
Cross-sector capabilities
Advanced composite manufacturing for non-aerospace applicationsThermal protection and insulation systemsLightweight structural design for automotive or marinePrecision component manufacturing
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