16–19 Mar 2027 · Columbia, US

AIAA DEFENSE Forum

AIAA DEFENSE Forum is a Secret/NOFORN event that convenes senior leaders from government, military, industry, and academia to address strategic, programmatic, and technical challenges affecting aerospace and national security. The forum includes a technical program with in-depth research and technology briefings and high-level plenary sessions on policy and operational issues. It is intended for the aerospace and defense community and is not open to media.

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Dates
16–19 Mar 2027
Venue
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Location
Columbia, US
Frequency
Annual
Audience
Trade
Duration
4 days
Scale
Small
Visitors
449Fact
Aerospace & DefenceScience & ResearchSecurity & Safety
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About AIAA DEFENSE Forum

AIAA DEFENSE Forum is a trade show for the Aerospace & Defence and Science & Research industries, held in Columbia, United States. The 2027 edition runs 16–19 Mar 2027 at Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. It brings together 449 visitors (organizer-confirmed).

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Venue

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

20723 Columbia, Maryland, US

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Frequently asked questions

When is AIAA DEFENSE Forum 2027?
AIAA DEFENSE Forum 2027 runs 16–19 Mar 2027 at Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory.
Where is AIAA DEFENSE Forum held?
AIAA DEFENSE Forum is held at Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Columbia, United States.
Is AIAA DEFENSE Forum worth attending?
AIAA DEFENSE Forum is a trade show for the Aerospace & Defence and Science & Research industries, so it is most relevant to exhibitors and buyers in those industries. Whether it is worth attending depends on your objectives, but its scale and sector focus are a useful guide.

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