Must-see Exhibitors
Compact UAS & Heavy-Lift Rotorcraft for Military ISR & Logistics Operations
Commercial UAV Expo 2027, presented by Commercial UAV News, will take place September 7-9, 2027, bringing together technology providers, practitioners, and decision-makers working across commercial uncrewed aviation.
The event will focus on advanced technologies, operational strategies, partnerships, and approaches designed to improve commercial UAV operations and deliver measurable results.
Further details will be announced soon. In the meantime, please refer to the previous event information below.
The event includes coverage relevant to public safety, security, infrastructure, and operational drone applications. Attendees will be able to explore commercial drone systems, software, training, and operational workflows across three days of conference sessions, demonstrations, exhibits, and networking opportunities.
What Themes Will Commercial UAV Expo 2026 Cover?
Commercial UAV Expo 2026 will focus on commercial uncrewed aviation and UAS operations across sectors including public safety and emergency services, security, surveying and mapping, construction, mining and aggregates, drone delivery, energy and utilities, forestry and agriculture, infrastructure, and transportation.
The event will also cover pilot training, drone program development, aerial data collection, operational workflows, and the use of drone technology in commercial and public-sector environments.
What’s On at Commercial UAV Expo 2026?
Commercial UAV Expo 2026 will include an exhibit hall, conference program, speaker sessions, demonstrations, networking events, dedicated pavilions, and education areas for drone professionals.
Exhibit Hall
The exhibit hall will showcase commercial UAS platforms, software, sensors, and supporting technologies. Attendees will be able to meet technology providers, compare solutions, and speak with industry specialists about tools for drone operations.
Conference Program
The three-day event includes two full days of practical education for UAS professionals. Sessions will feature real-world case studies, public safety content, pilot training sessions, and presentations across multiple stages.
Speakers
Commercial UAV Expo 2026 will feature 150 speakers from across the commercial drone sector. Speakers will include industry leaders, practitioners, trainers, and specialists discussing commercial UAS operations and applications.
What Education Sessions Are Available?
The event includes education areas focused on training, demonstrations, and operational insight for drone professionals.
Indoor Airspace
Indoor Airspace will feature up-close demonstrations showing how drones and software perform. These sessions are designed to help attendees compare capabilities and explore workflows before investing in a solution.
Forum Theater
Forum Theater will host presentations and panel discussions on topics including new opportunities for drone pilots, women in flight, launching drone programs, and other commercial drone industry subjects.
Pilot Hub
Presented in partnership with Pilot Institute, Pilot Hub will provide sessions for drone professionals focused on practical skills and operational insight.
What Networking Opportunities Are Available?
Commercial UAV Expo 2026 will include scheduled networking opportunities across the event.
UAS Summer Bash
The UAS Summer Bash will open the event with access to the latest UAS solutions and opportunities to meet other attendees as the exhibit hall opens.
Networking Happy Hour
The networking happy hour will give attendees the chance to continue conversations while exploring the latest UAS solutions.
Coffee and Lunch Breaks
Coffee and lunch breaks will provide time for attendees to visit exhibits, speak with solution providers, and connect with professionals from around the drone industry.
What Pavilions Will Be Featured?
Commercial UAV Expo 2026 will include dedicated pavilions focused on startups, public safety, and academic research.
Start Up Pavilion
The Start Up Pavilion will highlight emerging companies developing new technologies for the drone industry.
Public Safety Pavilion
The Public Safety Pavilion will focus on UAS tools for law enforcement, firefighting, search and rescue, and emergency response.
University Pavilion
The University Pavilion will showcase academic institutions involved in drone research, specialized training, and education within the UAS sector.
Who Attends Commercial UAV Expo 2026?
Commercial UAV Expo 2026 is designed for professionals working with commercial drone technology across multiple industries. Attendee sectors include mining and aggregates, public safety and emergency services, security, surveying and mapping, construction, drone delivery, energy and utilities, forestry and agriculture, infrastructure, and transportation.
Where is Commercial UAV Expo 2026?
Caesars Forum
3911 S Koval Lane
Las Vegas, Nevada
United States
Caesars Forum is located east of the Las Vegas Strip, near the High Roller observation wheel. The venue is not Caesars Palace.
Access to Caesars Forum is available from the Strip via a pedestrian bridge connecting the venue with Harrah’s Las Vegas, The LINQ Hotel + Experience, The LINQ Promenade, and Flamingo Las Vegas.
Hotel and Travel Information for Commercial UAV Expo 2026
Official hotel accommodation is available through onPeak, the only official hotel provider for Commercial UAV Expo 2026. Discounted rates have been secured at Harrah’s Las Vegas, with flexible change and cancellation options available through onPeak.
Official Hotel Reminder
onPeak is the only official hotel provider for Commercial UAV Expo 2026. The event advises attendees to avoid entering hotel agreements with third-party companies that are not endorsed by event management.
To learn more about Commercial UAV Expo 2027, to register to attend or exhibit, please click below .
