Future of Air & Space 2026 - Upstate Capital

WHEN: November 05, 2026

WHERE: Innovare Advancement Center, Rome NY

VENTURE FURTHER AT FUTURE OF AIR & SPACE

Future of Air & Space highlights innovation in the air and space industry in Upstate New York. This event brings together professionals from established companies, investors, and dealmakers with entrepreneurs.

CONNECTING INNOVATORS AND INVESTORS

Local Leaders in the Industry

Future of Air & Space will be attended by startup entrepreneurs, innovators, experienced executives, and active investors in artificial intelligence, machine learning, drones, and uncrewed systems.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Discover

Discover advanced aerospace technologies and future investment opportunities in AI, robotics, and big data.

Network

Network with leaders in AI, drones, and uncrewed systems, from startups to executives and investors.

Experience

Join the tour to see advanced uncrewed aircraft operations, specialized quantum labs, and high-speed communication technologies in action.

Registration

Agenda

8:30–9:00 a.m.
Company Setup

9:30–10:00 a.m.
Registration, Breakfast + Company Preview

10:00–11:20 a.m.
Structured Networking: Capital, Customers + Companies

10:00–11:20 a.m.
Griffiss Tour for General Attendees

10:00–11:00 a.m.
Coffee and Concepts

11:20–11:30 a.m.
Networking Break

11:30–11:45 a.m.
Welcome + New York Ecosystem Overview

11:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Opening Conversation: Where Capital, Customers + Deployment Are Going

12:15–1:00 p.m.
Networking Lunch + Curated Conversations

1:00–1:40 p.m.
From Prototype to Procurement: Building the Commercialization Ecosystem

1:40–2:10 p.m.
Beyond GPS: Quantum, Sensing + Secure Systems for Air and Space

2:10–2:30 p.m.
Showcase Break + Curated Meetings

2:30–3:10 p.m.
Scaling in Air & Space: Regulation, Supply Chains + Strategic Partnerships

3:10–3:30 p.m.
Company Showcase: Meet the Companies

3:30–3:40 p.m.
Closing Remarks

3:40–5:00 p.m.
Griffiss Tours, Demonstrations + Closing Networking

Griffiss Facility Tour

Embark on a tour of the Innovare Advancement Center, a global hub accelerating talent and technology in quantum communications and uncrewed systems. Witness advanced aircraft operations and high-speed communication technologies in action, showcasing innovations vital to national security and technological advancement.