Forum 360: Toward the Next-Gen Military Aviation Fleet 16 June 2023 0930 - 1130
Military aviation is a critical component of modern military operations, providing strategic and tactical advantages for defense and security. With the rapid advancements in technology and the increasing complexity of military operations, the need for a next-generation military aviation fleet is becoming increasingly important.
In this session, we will explore the latest trends and developments in military aviation and the roadmap towards the next-generation military aviation fleet. Our expert panelists will discuss the emerging technologies and innovations, such as advanced materials, propulsion systems, avionics, and unmanned aerial vehicles, and their potential impact on military aviation.
We will also discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with the integration of new technologies into the military aviation fleet, including the importance of ensuring interoperability and maintaining a balance between capability and affordability.
In this session, we will explore the latest trends and developments in military aviation and the roadmap towards the next-generation military aviation fleet. Our expert panelists will discuss the emerging technologies and innovations, such as advanced materials, propulsion systems, avionics, and unmanned aerial vehicles, and their potential impact on military aviation.
We will also discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with the integration of new technologies into the military aviation fleet, including the importance of ensuring interoperability and maintaining a balance between capability and affordability.
Moderator
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Douglas Blake
Acting Executive Director, Office of Naval Research
Panelists
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Greg Addington
Chief Strategist, Air Vehicles Division, AFRL -
Larry Branthoover
PEO(T) APEO Science and Technology, NAVAIR -
Michael Gregg
Director of the Aerospace Systems Directorate, AFRL -
Knox Millsaps
Aviation, Force Projection & Integrated Defense, Dept. Head (acting), Office of Naval Research -
Venke Sankaran
Chief Scientist of Aerospace Systems Directorate, AFRL