VLC: Vertical Lift Consortium

Using and Protecting your Intellectual Property Webinar
2023-09-27 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | AL
Join ATI and govmates as they host an exclusive Training and Education for ATI Members on the topic of How to Use and Protect your Intellectual Property When Performing Federal Contracts.

To register for this webinar, please visit he events page on the VLC Members Only site.
If you do not have a username or password, please click here to request access.

Advanced Weapons and Technology Summit
2023-11-01 - 2023-11-03 | Von Braun Center, North Hall, 700 Monroe Street, Huntsville, AL, 35801
Registration is now open for an informative and exciting week of presentations, opportunities and networking at the Advanced Weapons Technology Summit. This will be a first of its kind event, bringing together all of the key players developing new Missiles, Munitions, and Materials technologies for our Nation to discuss key challenges and to release solicitations through three OTAs.
Dates: November 1-3, 2023
Location: North Hall, Von Braun Center, Huntsville, AL
Participating Organizations:

Aviation & Missile Technology Consortium (AMTC)
DoD Ordnance Technology Consortium (DOTC)
Naval Energetic Systems and Technologies (NEST)
Joint Enhanced Munitions Technology Program (JEMTP)
MCEIP, DPA Title III-Critical Chemicals Collaboration Colloquium (C4) – Manufacturing Technologies
National Armaments Consortium (NAC)
Vertical Lift Consortium (VLC)
Advanced Technology International (ATI)

The Summit will include:

Requirements briefings from AMTC, DOTC, NEST, and JEMTP
Opportunities for 1-on-1 sessions with government technical POCs
C4 event addressing the topic of advanced manufacturing technologies to produce energetic materials
Senior DoD Leader presentations on warfighter and industrial base priorities
Exhibitor booth opportunities

Please visit the VLC Members Only site under the Events tab for information on how to Register. If you do not have a username and password, please click here to request access.

AMTC 24-03/04 COLLABORATION EVENT
2024-03-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Embassy Suites, 800 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL, 35801
The AMTC-24-03/04 Collaboration Event will be held on March 25, 2024 at the Embassy Suites in Huntsville, AL. The collaboration event agenda included a Keynote speaker, 24-03/04 requirements review, one-on-one sessions, and a hosted mixer. The event will be open to all AMTC members and US Government representatives.
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This event will be held in conjunction with AUSA Global Force, which takes place March 26-28, 2024 at the Von Braun Center.

MOSA INDUSTRY & GOVERNMENT SUMMIT & EXPO
2024-06-17 - 2024-06-18 | Gaylord Convention Center, National Harbor, MD, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, United States
Don’t miss this year’s MOSA Industry and Government Summit & Expo, featuring key Leadership Keynotes from the Department of Defense and Tri-Service. There will be Panel Discussions and presentations from experts in Open Architecture, Open Standards, and MOSA. With over 70 Exhibitor booths showcasing live demonstrations, attendees can engage directly with specialists and authorities. This two-day event offers a unique opportunity to connect with government offices and Industry decision-makers implementing MOSA initiatives. Gain insights into how the DoD is integrating MOSA into Major Defense Acquisition Programs. This targeted gathering provides numerous face-to-face opportunities to engage with U.S. Navy, Army, and Air Force leadership and Industry. Attendance is expected to reach 3,000 across three co-located events.
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AMTC 24-05 Collaboration Event
2024-07-23 - 2024-07-24 | Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL, 35801
Registration is NOW OPEN for the next AMTC Collaboration Event! The meeting is being held in Huntsville, Alabama at the Von Braun Center, July 23-24, 2024.

Please visit the AMTC-24-05 Event Website for registration and event details. Space is limited, so sign up soon! The collaboration agenda will include a program update, 24-05 requirements review, and one-on-one opportunities. The one-on-one sign-ups will be released at a later date. The event will be open to all AMTC members and U.S. Government representatives.

VLC General Member Meeting
2024-07-24 09:00 - 11:45 | Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL, 35801
Please join us for the General Member Meeting taking place on Wednesday, July 24th.
To register for the meeting, please click here. We look forward to having you join us!
Date: Wednesday, July 24th
Time: 9:00am-11:45am CT
Location: Von Braun Center, Saturn 1

Advanced Weapons Technology Summit
2025-03-18 - 2025-03-20 | Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt St, Baltimore, MD, United States

MOSA Institute
2025-04-02 | The Stovehouse, 3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL, 35805, United States
As a follow up to our MOSA Institute in Washington, DC last November (more here: https://youtu.be/7KRVfx9ntRI), we’re hosting our next MOSA Institute in Huntsville on Wednesday, April 2. The audience will include industry and government representatives interested in collaborating on the topic of MOSA. In addition to having government speakers from PEO Aviation and OSD, other topics will cover end-to-end value stream, requirements validation and modular testing.

The event will take place from 0830-1200 at The Stovehouse (3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805). Five consecutive sessions will be followed by a networking lunch. Demonstrations will take place in the afternoon.
The registration link will be posted once it is made live.

MOSA For Defense Summit 2025
2025-04-29 - 2025-05-01 | 151 St. George, National Harbor, MD, 151 St. George, National Harbor, MD, 20745, United States
We’re thrilled to be a Platinum Sponsor of the MOSA for Defense Summit at the National Harbor.
Defense Strategies Institute’s 2nd Annual MOSA for Defense Summit will provide a forum for members of the DoD, Military Services, Industry, Academia, and other key stakeholders to discuss the warfighting imperative of implementing a modular open systems approach (MOSA) in the design, development, delivery, acquisition, and sustainment of modern defense systems.

AAAA 2025 Summit
2025-05-14 - 2025-05-16 | Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, 2800 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN, 37214
VLC will be at Booth #2428 and we hope to see you there!
Exhibitor Hall Times

May 14, 2025: 12:30PM – 5:30PM
May 15, 2025: 8:00AM – 4:30PM
May 16, 2025: 12:30PM – 3:30PM (end time subject to change)

Please visit the event website for more information about the summit and how you can register.

AMTC 25-05 & 25-06 Virtual Collaboration Event
2025-07-23 | AL
Please join us for the AMTC-25-05 & 25-06 Virtual Collaboration Event on July 23rd from 9:00AM to 11:00AM CST. This event will support a program update from AMTC leadership, a review of AMTC-25-05 & 25-06 requirements and One-on-One Sessions. The AMTC-25-05 and 25-06 Request for Enhanced Whitepapers is expected to be released on July 30th with a submission deadline of August 20th. The event will be open to all AMTC members and U.S. Government representatives. Please use the below link to register for the event. This will be a DISTRO D event, so membership affiliation will be verified by ATI upon registration and prior to receiving a webinar link via email.

AMTC @ SMD Symposium 2025
2025-08-05 - 2025-08-07 | Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL, 35801
Visit Us at Booth #S102Join AMTC at the 2025 Space & Missile Defense Symposium! Stop by our booth to learn how we support technology advancement in the defense sector and connect with VLC/AMTC staff and member organizations.

MOSA Industry & Government Summit & Expo
2025-08-27 - 2025-08-29 | Gaylord Convention Center, National Harbor, MD, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, United States
MOSA Industry & Government Summit & Expo
AMTC will be co-exhibiting with VLC as a Premier Sponsor at the Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) Summit & Expo. Stop by Booth #323 to explore how our consortiums are accelerating innovation through open systems architecture.

VLC General Member Meeting
2025-08-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL, 35801
Please join us for the General Member Meeting taking place on Wednesday, August 27th.
The GMM is held in conjunction with the MOSA Industry & Government Summit & Expo at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD.
Date: Wednesday, August 27th
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm ET
Location: Eastern Shore 2 Room, Gaylord Convention Center, National Harbor, MD

AMTC 26-01 Collaboration Event
2025-11-04 | AL
The event will be rescheduled to a later date, to be announced once the government is able to resume normal operations and confirm availability of participating briefers and one-on-one hosts.
More Information for the upcoming event coming soon.
Please reach out to amtc@ati.org with any questions.

Drone Dominance Symposium & Innovation Challenge
2025-11-20 | Gaylord Convention Center, National Harbor, MD, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, United States
We’re excited to share that TechConnect and the VLC is offering exclusive access opportunities to the upcoming Drone Dominance Symposium & Challenge, taking place November 20, 2025, in conjunction with the Defense TechConnect (DTC) Innovation Summit in National Harbor, MD.
As discussed during our General Membership Meeting, this event offers a great opportunity to engage directly with the government and industry leaders advancing drone technology and innovation.
VLC Member Benefits:

Complimentary Expo Pass: Includes access to the keynote program, Drone Dominance session room, and exhibit hall.
20% Discount: For members wishing to attend DTC and co-located events in full.

Military Aviation & Air Dominance Summit | DSI Group 2026
2026-01-21 - 2026-01-22 | Jackson Center, 601 Moquin Dr NW, Huntsville, AL, 35806
We’re pleased to announce that the Vertical Lift Consortium (VLC) is a Platinum Sponsor of the 8th Annual Military Aviation & Air Dominance Summit.
This year’s summit will convene senior-level leaders and decision-makers from across the U.S. Military Services, the Department of Defense, international partners, acquisition authorities, and industry for a joint-service discussion focused on strategies, initiatives, and emerging capabilities critical to achieving and sustaining total air dominance.
Amid an increasingly complex and dynamic global security environment, the U.S. Military Services are undergoing a strategic reorientation to maintain and expand air superiority over increasingly sophisticated adversaries. The summit will highlight efforts to enhance lethality, restore the warrior ethos, and advance capabilities across the air domain.
As part of the event, VLC will be hosting a panel discussion focused on Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) implementation. We look forward to engaging with our members and the broader defense community at this fantastic event.
VLC is proud to support this important forum and to collaborate with partners shaping the future of military aviation and vertical lift technologies.

AMTC-26-05 Out of Cycle Collaboration Event
2026-02-10 - 2026-02-11 | AL
The AMTC-26-05 Out of Cycle Collaboration Event for PM SHIELD’s Future Interceptor requirement on February 10-11, 2026, at the Embassy Suites in Huntsville, AL. The AMTC-26-05 Request for Enhanced Whitepapers is expected to be released on February 18th with a submission deadline of March 11th. This event will include requirement briefings, unclassified collaboration opportunities, and a limited number of classified one-on-one sessions related to the Future Interceptor requirement. The event will be open to all AMTC members and U.S. Government representatives. Membership affiliation will be verified by ATI prior to the event and onsite registration.

AMTC 26-02 Collaboration Event
2026-02-12 | AL
Due to a potential Government shutdown, the decision has been made to cancel the in-person event in Huntsville and transition AMTC-26-02 to a virtual format (DISTRO D). We apologize for the disruption this may cause and appreciate your flexibility as we work to keep the cycle moving forward.
Updated Event Format (Virtual – DISTRO D)
Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026
Requirement Briefings (ZoomGov): 11:00 AM ET
Virtual One-on-One Sessions: 1:00 PM – 4:40 PM ET
The event will be open to all AMTC members and U.S. Government representatives. This will be a DISTRO D event, so membership affiliation will be verified by ATI prior to the event and onsite registration.
Please reach out to amtc@ati.org with any questions.

Govmates Networking Event -Rocket City Rendezvous
2026-02-24 17:00 - 19:00 | AL
Join govmates in Huntsville for the Rocket City Rendezvous, a networking event focused on connecting government contractors across the defense ecosystem. The event will feature informal networking, food and beverages, and opportunities to engage with both traditional and non-traditional industry partners.
Date: February 24, 2026Time: 5:00–7:00 PM CSTLocation: Huntsville, AL
Registration is required. *AMTC (NAC&VLC) members may attend at no cost.
REGISTER HERE
For questions, please contact:matchmaker@govmates.com or amtc@ati.org

VLC & AMTC @ AAAA Summit 2026
2026-04-15 - 2026-04-17 | Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, 2800 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN, 37214
VLC & AMTC will be at Booth #152/#150 and we hope to see you there!
Exhibitor Hall Times

May 15, 2025: 11:00 – 17:00 CDT
May 16, 2025: 08:00 – 16:30 CDT
May 17, 2025: 08:00 – 12:30 CDT (end time subject to change)

Please visit the event website for more information about the summit and how you can register.

AMTC 26-03 Collaboration Event - May 5-6, 2026
2026-05-05 - 2026-05-06 | Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL, 35801
Please plan to join us for the AMTC- 26-03 Collaboration Event May 5 – 6, 2026 at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, AL. While we do anticipate an in-person event, please be aware this is subject to change. The Collaboration Event agenda will include a program update, 26-03 requirements review, one-on-one opportunities and a hosted mixer. The event will be open to all AMTC members and US Government representatives. Registration and additional logistical information will be provided soon.
For any questions, please contact amtc@ati.org

AMTC 26-08 Virtual Collaboration Event (GM-26-08-01)
2026-05-11 | AL
Please join us for the Out of Cycle AMTC 26-08 Virtual Collaboration Event GM-26-08-01 Affordable High Speed Strike on May 11th from 9:00AM to 11:00AM CST. The event will be open to all AMTC members and U.S. Government representatives. This will be a DISTRO D event, so your membership affiliation will be verified by ATI upon registration, citizen verification forms will be submitted through the registration site or via email to amtc@ati.org.

MOSA Industry & Government Summit & Expo 2026
2026-09-22 - 2026-09-24 | Gaylord Convention Center, National Harbor, MD, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, United States
VLC members, are eligible for complimentary registration and discounted exhibit space at the 2026 MOSA Industry & Government Summit, taking place September 22–24, 2026 in National Harbor, MD.
