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- Dates
- 9 to 10 November 2026
- Location
- Washington, United States
- Visitors
- 300
- Organised by
- AUVSI
- 300
- Visitors
- 2 days
- Duration
- Washington
- United States
About the event
AUVSI Defense is a two-day forum on uncrewed and autonomous systems for defense, organised by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI). , sharing the venue with the Drone and AAM Policy Symposium.
- More than 300 attendees and more than 50 speakers
- Day 1 on demand signals, acquisition reform and counter-UAS
- Day 2 on fielding, sustaining and deploying autonomous systems
- Held under the Chatham House Rule, closed to media
- Limited to citizens of the United States and allied or partner nations
Figures from the 2026 edition, as published by the organiser.
Who attends
Military officials and uncrewed systems industry.
- Military and government
- Defence industry
- International delegations
- Suppliers and services
- Media
- Academia and research
Exhibiting and sponsorship
Stands, sponsorship packages and exhibitor information come from the organiser. Contact them directly to book.
Visitor information
What you need to plan a visit to AUVSI Defense.
Opening hours9 to 10 November 2026
9 to 10 November 2026. Daily hours on the official website.Registration and ticketsRegistration is through the official website.
Registration is through the official website.Register
Official visitor information. For the latest details, check the organiser’s website.
Visit official websiteLocation
Nationals Park, Washington, United States
Nationals Park
Nationals Park, 1500 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, DC 20003, United States
Open in Google MapsHow to get there
From DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, about 6 km from the venue.From IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport, about 45 km from the venue.Flying privately
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