– General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. has announced the sale of three MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems to the Polish Ministry of Defence. The MQ-9B is the newest model of RPA produced by GA-ASI, and will serve as the foundational intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) platform for Poland. The sale to Poland also […]
– Skyborne Technology, a UAV Corp Company and Atlantic Industrial Group Inc. have announced a joint venture to build cutting-edge manufacturing capability at Skyborne’s Wewahitchka, Florida facility. AIG will manufacture multiple high efficiency drone models (SVTOLs) at this location. This facility will set up an in-house design center for airships and drones using large-scale 3d […]
Strengthening Energy Solutions and Domestic Manufacturing for Defense Applications The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has announced a new initiative aimed at addressing critical energy storage needs for small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS). The project, known as the Family of Advanced Standard Batteries for Unmanned Systems (FASTBAT-U), seeks innovative battery solutions to enhance the performance of […]
Federal Funding Advances Drone Technology Integration for Statewide Projects The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Aeronautics Division has received a $1 million grant from the Federal Highway Administration’s Accelerated Innovation Deployment (AID) Demonstration Program. Funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, this grant propels the second phase of MassDOT’s initiative to integrate Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), […]
UAS Denmark Test Center and Scandinavian Drone Solutions streamline process for smaller drone operations The UAS Denmark Test Center at H.C. Andersen Airport has introduced a streamlined process for testing smaller drones on Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. This new initiative, made possible through a collaboration with Scandinavian Drone Solutions (SDS), drastically reduces […]
As the drone industry continues to evolve, 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year packed with must-attend events for drone enthusiasts, professionals, and innovators. Whether you’re looking to network with industry leaders, discover the latest technology or simply bask in a breathtaking drone show, these events are worth adding to your calendar.
Since many of the 2025 drone events haven’t yet locked in their dates, we’ll continuously update this list as we get official dates, locations and times. Bookmark this page for ongoing updates of more 2025 drone events to come.
Date: January 7-10, 2025 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Why Attend: CES is a global stage for innovation, and drones always take the spotlight. Expect groundbreaking announcements from major brands like DJI, Autel Robotics, and Skydio, alongside startups unveiling game-changing technology. Live demos and hands-on experiences make this a must-attend event.
Date: Feb. 1, 2025 Location: Miami, Florida Why Attend: The DRL U.S. Air Force Miami Invitational is a massive drone race held at LoanDepot Park, which is most famously known as the home of the Miami Marlins.
Tickets are on sale now, coming in at $25 per adult. Discounted tickets are available to children and seniors. And if you buy for a group of adults (that’s five or more), you can get tickets for just $20 each.
AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025
Date: May 19-22, 2025 Location: George Bush Convention Center in Houston, Texas Why Attend: The world’s largest event for autonomous and unmanned systems, AUVSI XPONENTIAL is perfect for professionals seeking insights into the latest drone applications. Expect exhibits, keynote speeches, and discussions on emerging regulations and trends.
Date: May 19, 2025 Location: George Bush Convention Center in Houston, Texas Why Attend: Besides the main XPONENTIAL event, there are a few co-located events, meaning you can make one trip and double-dip on the learning and networking.
One of the top co-located events is the one-day Law-Tech Connect Workshop, which typically devolves into a standing room-only crowd of people seeking the latest updates on global drone regulations and advanced air mobility, beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) and UTM, threat lessons from current conflicts and more.
Date: June 18-19, 2025 Location: Odense, Denmark Why Attend: This is one of the top-tier, professional drone events held in Europe. It’s hosted by Odense Robotics and the UAS Denmark International Test Center, which is the site of key testing facilities and BVLOS flights. It draws more than 500 people each year, which is a manageable size contained to serious drone users.
Date: August 7-17, 2025 Location: Chengdu, China Why Attend: The World Games, organized by the International World Games Association (IWGA), is the second largest multi-sport event in the world after the Olympic Games. But unlike the Olympics, this massive sporting event includes drone racing.
The Drone Racing event will happen in a stadium at Dong’an Lake Sports Park, located in Chengdu’s Longquanyi District. Held as a mixed gender event, it’ll feature 32 racers who battle in an elimination round style competition.
– BAE Systems Australia’s (BAESA’s) STRIX Uncrewed Aerial System has conducted its first vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) flight, with the company saying the flight was made using the aircraft’s autonomous onboard system. STRIX is a multidomain, multirole unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) being developed for deep strike, anti-submarine warfare (ASW), intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and […]
Kazakhstan’s Deputy Defense Minister Shaykh-Khasan Zhazykbayev has called on foreign military agencies to cooperate with his country in developing its military aviation, including the drone industry. He made the remarks at a briefing held for foreign military diplomats at the Kazakh Defense Ministry’s National Military and Patriotic Centre on December 9, according to the Kazakh […]
– Quantum Systems was certified as a training facility by the German Armed Forces Aviation Office (LufABw) on 10 December 2024 and is now offering training on unmanned aerial systems from the Family of Systems for members of the German Armed Forces. The rare certification of a civilian company for military training is another milestone […]
– General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. has announced the sale of three MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems to the Polish Ministry of Defence. The MQ-9B is the newest model of RPA produced by GA-ASI, and will serve as the foundational intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) platform for Poland. The sale to Poland also […]
