U.S. ARMY GROUP 4+ S/VTOL SUMMIT

Special Notice: U.S. Army Group 4+ S/VTOL Summit

1. Invitation and Strategic Vision

The Army's Capability Portfolio Executive (CPE) Aviation, in collaboration with the Product Manager for Endurance Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (EUAS), invites industry partners to the upcoming Group 4+ Short/Vertical Takeoff and Landing (S/VTOL) Summit. As the Army accelerates its transformation to address evolving battlefield dynamics, this pivotal event will take place from 10-12 March 2026 at the Stovehouse, 3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805.

This Summit introduces the Group 4+ S/VTOL, a transformative effort to modernize the Army's Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) capabilities in support of Multi-Domain Operations. The initiative is designed to foster early and deliberate collaboration with dedicated industry partners to shape future acquisition, development, and procurement strategies. The goal is to field modular, runway-independent weapon systems that reduce logistics footprints, enhance operational flexibility, and provide a decisive advantage to the warfighter.

2. Summit Objectives

The primary objectives of the Summit are to:

• Solicit Industry Participation: Gauge interest in the Group 4+ S/VTOL UAS and gather information on vendor capabilities across various UAS technology domains.
• Expand Collaboration: Engage with a diverse set of traditional and non-traditional industry partners to explore innovative solutions.
• Inform Acquisition Strategy: Ensure transparency by informing industry on future acquisition strategies, requirements development, and potential solicitations.

3. Areas of Interest

The Army is interested in industry expertise across the following areas:

Category

Areas of Focus

Air Vehicles

S/VTOL design, takeoff/landing performance, FARP compatibility, payload/cargo capacity, speed, combat and self-deployment range, endurance, and onboard power/computing

UAS Sensors & Payloads

EO/IR, SAR, Air-to-Air/Air-to-Ground MTI, LiDAR, atmospheric sensing, and RADAR for advanced ISR missions

Autonomy

Autonomous operations, collision avoidance, Common Operational Picture (COP) integration, sensor/computing dependency, and interoperability protocols

On-board Mission Software

Control of C2/survivability systems, sensor/weapon systems, mission control, standardized messaging, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

4. Registration and Logistics

Attendance is limited to six technical and/or programmatic representatives per company. To attend, interested parties must request a visit request form from the UAS Security Office via the following address:

usarmy.redstone.peo-avn.mbx.uas-pm-security@army.mil

Once your visit request is received, processed, and approved, you will receive confirmation which will allow you to register for the Summit.

Key Dates

Window

VAR Submission Window

02 February – 13 February 2026

Event Registration Window

02 February – 20 February 2026

Group 4+ S/VTOL Summit

10 March – 12 March 2026

5. Security and Attendance Guidelines

To ensure the security and integrity of the Summit, all attendees must adhere to the following protocols:

• Classification: All discussions and briefings will be held at the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) level. Only VAR-approved personnel may attend.
• Badges: A government-issued photo ID is required to obtain a summit badge, which must be displayed at all times and returned daily.
• Prohibited Items: Cell phones, cameras, and other recording devices are strictly prohibited within the event facility. Product demonstrations, equipment displays, and marketing materials are not permitted.
• Discretion: Attendees must be mindful of discussions in public areas outside of the secure event rooms.

6. Disclaimer

This special notice is issued for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses do not form a binding contract, and the Government will not pay for any costs incurred in response to this notice.

For questions regarding this special notice, please contact: Group4PlusSVTOLSummit@army.mil.

We look forward to your participation in this critical engagement to forge the future of Army Aviation and address the changing character of modern warfare.