The AFA Warfare Symposium is organized annually by the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) and is one of the most prestigious defense events focused on the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force. The symposium addresses modern warfare environments, multi-domain operations, air defense systems, space security, cyber threats, artificial intelligence–enabled command and control structures, and advanced radar technologies.

In addition to conference sessions, the event features a large exhibition area where senior military leaders, defense industry executives, technology companies, and academic institutions come together, strengthening strategic dialogue and industry–user cooperation.

Sectors of Participating Companies

• Defense industry prime contractors
• Aerospace systems
• Air and missile defense systems
• Radar and sensor technologies
• Cybersecurity and electronic warfare
• Artificial intelligence, command-and-control, and software solutions

Importance for the Defense Industry

The AFA Warfare Symposium is a key platform where future air and space warfare concepts of the United States and NATO allies are first introduced. Strategic discussions focus on next-generation air defense architectures, radar networks, integrated missile defense systems, and space-based early warning solutions. As such, the symposium directly influences the global defense industry’s strategic roadmap.

Number of Exhibiting Companies at the Previous Event

At the previous AFA Warfare Symposium, more than 300 defense and technology companies participated in the exhibition.

Most Significant Highlights of the Previous Symposium

• Announcements by U.S. Air and Space Force leaders outlining the next decade of air defense and space doctrine
• Strategic emphasis on next-generation radar and integrated air defense systems
• Key policy statements on multi-domain operations integrating air, space, and cyber domains