VLC: Vertical Lift Consortium

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 | MD
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 | MD
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 UTC | MD
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 | MD
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.

AMTC 26-04 Collaboration Event - August 4-5, 2026
2026-08-04 - 2026-08-05 | Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL, 35801
Please join us In-Person for the AMTC-26-04 Collaboration Event on August 4 – 5, 2026 at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, AL. The Collaboration Event agenda will include a program update, 26-04 requirements review, one-on-one opportunities and a hosted mixer. The event will be open to all NAC members and US Government representatives. Please be aware that this is a DISTRO D level event, and citizenship verification will be required for participation.

For any questions, please contact 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.
