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Air dominance remains imperative to the U.S. defense strategy. To stay ahead of her adversaries, the U.S. and its allies' air power capabilities must continue to advance. As we look ahead, sixth-generation fighter jets and other new technologies will be crucial for maintaining air superiority.

With this in mind, IDGA is excited to host the annual Air Dominance Summit, taking place May 12 & 13 at the Westin Lake Las Vegas in Henderson, Nevada.

With a new co-chair this year, General (Ret.) Glen VanHerck, former commander of the U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) and the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD),  joining Admiral (Ret.) William E. ''Bill'' Gortney, former commander of the U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) and the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the conference promises dynamic discussions, networking, and collaborative opportunities.

The summit will cover sixth-generation fighter programs, including the Air Force's F-47, Navy's upcoming F/A-XX, as well as various Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) programs across the services. You will also get the chance to explore the latest updates, timelines, milestones, and common challenges. The summit will also give you further clarity on the cover sustainment of current systems, electronic warfare, weapons development, logistics, training, testing, and more.

The agenda is packed with thought-leaders, including:

• Advisory Board: Jacqueline Van Ovost, Former Commander, USTRANSCOM

• Major General Joseph Kunkel, Director of Force Design, Integration, and Wargaming, Deputy Chief of Staff for Air Force Futures (AF/A5/7I), U.S. Air Force

• Rear Admiral Michael S. Wosje, Director, Air Warfare Division (N98), U.S. Navy

• Major General David J. Sanford, J3 Director, Logistics Operations/ Commander, Joint Regional Combat Support, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)

• Rear Admiral Keith Hash, Commander, Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD), U.S. Navy

• Lieutenant Colonel Dylan Reed, Deputy Program Director, Collaborative Combat Aircraft Program, U.S. Air Force  

With expert speakers, alongside industry representatives from Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and General Atomics, this summit is your opportunity to exchange ideas, discover cutting-edge technology, and form partnerships that shape the next generation of air superiority.  

Visit the IDGA Air Dominance website here to learn more: https://www.idga.org/events-air-dominance-summit

Interested in partnering? At Air Dominance Summit 2026, IDGA offers a range of strategic partnerships, including speaking, branding, and exhibiting opportunities. Email partner@idga.org to discuss further.