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IDGA is thrilled to host its annual Counter UAS Summit taking place on August 25-26, 2026 at the MGM Hotel in National Harbor, MD.

Led by our esteemed chairman, General Glen VanHerck, the 2026 Counter UAS summit will welcome 500+ senior decision-makers, acquisition leaders, program managers, and technology experts from across the C-UAS community, including the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marines, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, law enforcement and more!

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Want to know whether IDGA's Counter UAS Summit is the right place to build relationships, showcase your solutions, or elevate your brand?

The 2026 Prospectus gives you:

• A preview of the industry and military experts taking the stage
• An insight into this year's esteemed chair
• A snapshot of last year's attendee organizations and job titles 
• A clear breakdown of sponsorship and networking opportunities

Share your information to access the full prospectus and discover where your organization fits into this year's summit.

Curious who you'll meet at the Counter UAS Summit 2026?

Our early attendee snapshot includes senior leaders from the U.S. military, federal agencies, allied nations, and leading counter-drone technology providers, alongside innovative companies such as CONTROP, Robin Radar Systems, and so many others!

With representation spanning operational commands, defense acquisition, homeland security, air defense, force protection, and emerging C-UAS capabilities, this is a highly targeted audience shaping the future of counter-drone operations and unmanned systems security.

As the threat posed by uncrewed aerial systems continues to evolve, counter‑UAS has become a critical priority for defense, homeland security, and infrastructure protection. This report outlines the five key themes shaping discussion at IDGA's Counter UAS Summit taking place this August at the MGM Hotel & Casino in National Harbor, Maryland.

Download the report to gain:

• A preview of the top topics shaping the 2026 Counter UAS Summit agenda, including C-UAS acquisition reform, JIATF 401's role, layered defense strategies, and emerging technologies.
• Insight into what federal leaders, operators, and industry experts will be discussing on stage, from FAA and DHS authority updates to lessons learned from overseas conflicts and domestic protection challenges.
  

The rise of low-cost drones in battlefields and across U.S. airspace has driven a major shift in how the Department of War approaches counter‑UAS. This report examines the creation of Joint Interagency Task Force (JIATF) 401, why it was established, and how it is reshaping U.S. counter‑drone strategy, acquisition, and interagency coordination.

In this report, readers will gain:

• A clear explanation of why JIATF 401 was created and how its expanded authorities differ from prior C‑UAS efforts, including its role in accelerating acquisition and fielding.
• Insight into what JIATF 401 means for industry and government stakeholders, from the new C‑UAS marketplace to growing demand for interoperable, layered counter‑drone solutions.
  

IDGA’s Counter-UAS Summit returned for the seventh year this August 19-20 in Arlington, Virginia. For two days, members of the Counter-UAS community from across federal and state law enforcement, the U.S. DoD, and private industry assembled for important discussions surrounding kinetic and non-kinetic approaches for countering drones, including exploring case studies on specific incidents, insights into the latest innovative C-UAS technologies, and the impact of shifting legal authorities.

With over 300 attendees and 22 speakers, the 2025 summit proved to be the largest yet, which led to a more diverse event program, expanded networking opportunities, and a heavily trafficked exhibition hall. This post-show report highlights the key themes of the summit, shares on-site survey results, and provides testimonials from attendees.

One year after the signing of the "Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty" executive order, the U.S. government is accelerating efforts to counter the growing threat of malicious drone activity. This report examines how federal agencies are implementing new authorities, expanding coordination, and strengthening counter‑UAS capabilities to protect critical infrastructure, public events, and national security assets.

Key highlights include:

• How the executive order is reshaping federal roles—expanding the FAA's regulatory authority, strengthening DOJ enforcement, and increasing DHS and DoD coordination to build a unified counter‑drone framework.
• Real progress one year later, including new airspace restriction rules, funding for state and local counter‑UAS capabilities, and enhanced intelligence sharing to detect and respond to evolving drone threats.
  

As drone threats to critical infrastructure grow, effective counter‑UAS efforts increasingly depend on coordination between government, law enforcement, and the private sector. In this exclusive interview, Scott Parker, Founder of Aerisq Solutions and former Chief of UAS Security at CISA, shares practical insights on how legislation, information sharing, and operational collaboration are reshaping the national response to unmanned threats. 

Download to learn:

• Clarity on how new authorities, including the Safer Skies Act, are changing the speed, scope, and structure of counter‑UAS response for state and local law enforcement.
• Real‑world perspectives on collaboration challenges and solutions, including information‑sharing gaps, private‑sector detection roles, and what an effective nationwide counter‑drone framework could look like.