National Summit on Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles: Key Event Information

American Conference Institute has announced the 2nd National Summit on Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles in San Diego, February 25 – 26, focusing on DoD and Government progress in UAV technology By William Mackenzie / 07 Jan 2025

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American Conference Institute has announced the 2nd National Summit on Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles, an open forum focusing on the Department of Defense (DoD) & Government’s latest advancements and insights into UAVs. 

Taking place in San Diego on February 25 – 26, 2025, attendees will have the opportunity to network with thought leaders from the U.S. Government, industry, academia, and NATO partners. 

Visitors are invited to explore the latest developments in UAV systems and build collaborations to drive progress in defense technology. Attendees can learn about the key solutions and technologies enhancing stealth, lethality, agility, and situational awareness.

The summit will provide the opportunity to meet key decision makers and explore the future opportunities that are shaping all classes of UAV technology, both at home and abroad, to transform force structure for the future fight in contested operating environments. 

Featured Speakers

  • Vice Admiral James E. Pitts, USN (Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Warfighting Requirements and Capabilities, N9, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations)
  • Lieutenant General (USMC-ret) Steven R. Rudder (Former Deputy Commandant for Aviation, USMC, Former Commanding General, United States Marine Corps Forces, Pacific)
  • Professor Kenneth “Mike” Canada, (USN-ret) (Program Chair, Associate Professor Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University)
  • Kevin “Astro” Murray, SES (Chief Technology Officer Deputy Commandant Information (DC I), HQ, U.S. Marine Corps (HQMC))
  • Capt Colin Corridan, USN (Deputy Director, Unmanned Systems Department, Navy Disruptive Capabilities Office (DCO))

Use promotional code D10-999-DA25 at registration to save an additional 10%. 

Register for the National Summit on Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles here >>

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