Helicopter Technology Central & Eastern Europe Conference Returns for 11th Edition

SAE Media Group’s 11th Annual Helicopter Technology Central and Eastern Europe Conference returns on 20–21 May 2026 in Prague, addressing regional helicopter modernisation, interoperability, and sustainment priorities By Olivia Hannam / 22 Jan 2026

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SAE Media Group presents the 11th Annual Helicopter Technology Central and Eastern Europe Conference, taking place on 20–21 May 2026 in Prague, Czechia.

As rotary platforms continue to underpin land, sea, and air operations, legacy helicopter fleets are reaching a critical juncture. Nations across the region must balance sustainment, cost-effective modernisation, and the integration of new platforms.

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While ensuring interoperability across allied forces. The Helicopter Technology Central and Eastern Europe is the only event dedicated exclusively to addressing these challenges through a focused regional lens.

The conference connects helicopter programme leaders, operational commanders, and technical decision-makers shaping procurement, upgrades, and deployment across Central and Eastern Europe. It provides first-hand insight into modernisation priorities, interoperability, and sustainment from military leaders responsible for delivering frontline capability.

What Attendees Can Expect

  • Direct military access: Meet Air Force and Army helicopter decision-makers
  • Joint operations focus: Learn how multipurpose fleets support NATO
    interoperability
  • Procurement insight: Understand regional upgrade, sustainment, and lifecycle
    plans
  • Senior-level expertise: Hear from programme leads, engineers, and operators
  • High-value networking: Connect with leaders shaping CEE helicopter
    programmes

What a previous attendee said: “If you want deep insight and meaningful exchange with military aviation specialists, just come here.” – ACCDC.

Helicopter Technology Central and Eastern Europe 2026 is the definitive platform for
those responsible for ensuring the operational effectiveness, resilience, and future
readiness of rotary-wing forces across the region.

Posted by Olivia Hannam Olivia is a Junior Editor and Copywriter at Defense Advancement. She graduated with First-Class Honours in History from the University of Exeter, where she developed a strong passion for research and clear communication. Since joining DA in 2025, Olivia’s focus lies in producing insightful content that highlights the latest developments and innovations shaping the defense sector, with a particular interest in naval technology and maritime defense. Connect
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