Event Details
LIFT-Off into the Future of Flight
Experience innovation, insight and connection at the 2026 LIFT Summit – together, let’s shape the next era of air mobility.
LIFT Convenes, Connects and Advances the Low Altitude Economy
We look forward to seeing you at the 2nd annual LIFT Summit – a premier event dedicated to shaping the future of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) in California and beyond. Hosted at the stunning Monterey Conference Center from March 31-April 2, 2026, this summit brings together industry innovators, policymakers, educators and workforce development experts to drive growth across the global AAM ecosystem.
Over three transformative days, attendees will explore groundbreaking developments in AAM and UAS, participate in hands-on workshops, engage in dynamic panel discussions and network with key players in the industry. With a focus on workforce readiness, infrastructure requirements, and policy frameworks, this summit aims to create actionable pathways for regional economic development that can be implemented worldwide.
Join us to connect, engage and collaborate with those shaping the future of flight –
and take part in building the ecosystem that will define the skies of tomorrow.
- Expo Day: Exclusive access to flight demonstrations and behind-the-scenes facility tours that showcase the technology transforming aviation.
- Keynotes: Hear from thought leaders and pioneers redefining the future of flight, from advanced air mobility (AAM) to uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS).
- Panels & Workshops: Engage in immersive, action-driven sessions tackling the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the industry.
- Networking: Build powerful cross-sector connections with leaders from government, education, and industry to advance innovation in workforce training, infrastructure, and policy planning.
- Who’s Attending: Local, Regional and State Elected Officials, Transportation Agency Executives, International and Regional Airport Managers, National Security Agency, and Leading-edge UAS & AAM companies

