RotorTech is the premier vertical flight exposition for Australia, New Zealand, and the surrounding region, taking place May 16-18, 2028 at the Royal International Convention Centre in Brisbane, Queensland.
Further details will be announced soon. In the meantime, please refer to the previous event information below.
Held biennially, the event brings together professionals from the helicopter, uncrewed systems, and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sectors for three days of exhibitions, static aircraft displays, technical conferences, and networking.
This industry-only forum offers attendees the chance to explore the latest technologies, engage directly with sector leaders, and gain insight into market trends and innovation pathways across commercial, defense, and government vertical flight operations.
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RotorTech is a key destination for those looking to understand capability developments, regulatory priorities, and business opportunities within the region’s vertical flight ecosystem.
When is RotorTech 2026?
RotorTech 2026 will take place from Wednesday, May 6 to Friday, May 8, 2026.
Pre-event activities begin on Tuesday, May 5 with the Golf Day and Welcome Event.
Themes
RotorTech 2026 will cover current and emerging topics in:
- Helicopter and rotary-wing technologies
- Uncrewed aerial systems
- Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)
- Aviation safety and regulation
- Workforce and skills development
- Sector innovation and investment
What’s On?
The event will feature:
- An international industry exhibition with technology and service providers from the helicopter, uncrewed, and AAM sectors
- Static aircraft displays
- The AHIA Conference, offering two days of expert discussions on safety, innovation, and workforce trends in Australia’s helicopter industry
- The AAUS Advanced Air Mobility Summit, focused on realizing AAM capability in Australia
- Built-in networking events, including a Golf Day and Welcome Event
Where is RotorTech 2026?
RACV Royal Pines Resort
Gold Coast, Queensland
Australia
To learn more about RotorTech 2028, to register to attend or exhibit, please click below .
