Loitering Munitions USA 2027 will take place in Arlington, VA, as a U.S. defense conference dedicated to the development, testing, acquisition, and integration of loitering munitions and launched effects.

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The event will bring together senior leaders, operators, and acquisition professionals from across the U.S. Department of War, alongside key international allies, for two days focused on loitering munitions programs, operational lessons, industry capabilities, integration, and capability requirements.
The conference will be held under Chatham House Rule.
Loitering Munitions USA 2027 is scheduled for May 5-6, 2027.
The event will focus on loitering munitions, launched effects, and first-person view drones, with attention to their role in modern warfare.
Key themes include loitering munitions development and deployment, acquisition decision-making, operational lessons, integration, industry capabilities, engagement with manufacturers, and sharing capability requirements with industry.
Attendees will be able to gain insight into advanced loitering munitions programs, consider real-world operational lessons, explore industry capabilities, and engage directly with manufacturers.
The event is designed for U.S. Department of War professionals involved in loitering munitions development and deployment. The event is intended to support internal and external initiatives, strengthen partnerships, share capability requirements with industry, and enhance visibility across the defense community.
An early bird offer is available for attendees who register by January 29, 2027, with savings of $400.
Attendance is complimentary for Department of War employees, excluding contractors.
Loitering Munitions USA 2027 will take place in Arlington, VA, USA.
For event security, the exact location will not be disclosed publicly. Once a booking has been confirmed and approved, attendees will receive the full event location and address, along with the hotel booking form.
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