AFA’s 2026 Conference on Air, Space, and Cyber begins.

The 2026 iteration of the Air and Space Forces Air, Space & Cyber trade show commenced today at Maryland’s scenic National Harbor. Defense firms from around the globe showcased an array of scale and display models of missiles, satellites, aircraft, and more for attendees to examine closely.

Here’s a glimpse of some notable systems on display as the three-day conference unfolds:

1. General Atomics FQ-42 Vengeance: An unmanned fighter aircraft displayed prominently.
   
   Caption: The unmanned fighter aircraft FQ-42 Vengeance from General Atomics at the Air, Space and Cyber conference on Sept. 14, 2026.

2. Hellfire Scalable Rail Launcher: Presented by Marvin Test Solutions.
   
   Caption: Hellfire Scalable Rail Launcher from Marvin Test Solutions.

3. AeroVironment Switchblade Munitions: Featuring Switchblade launcher, Switchblade 600, and Switchblade 400.
   
   Caption: AeroVironment’s Switchblade launcher and munitions.

4. Crystal Group Ruggedized Systems: Designed for military use with portable laptops.
   
   Caption: Sturdy systems for remote laptop use from Crystal Group.

5. Saab T7-A Advanced Pilot Training System: A scale model showcasing advanced training technology.
   
   Caption: Saab’s scale model of the T7-A Advanced Pilot Training System.

6. Blu the Dog: Attending from MaxVision, a firm specializing in ruggedized, portable computers.
   
   Caption: Blu, the easy-going dog, at the MaxVision display.

7. Northrop Grumman Tranche 1 Transport Layer Satellite: A 1:8 scale model.
   
   Caption: 1:8 scale model of a T1TL satellite from Northrop Grumman.

As the conference continues, more innovations and technologies are expected to capture the attention of attendees.