September 23, 2026
National Harbor, MD
If You Enable Open, Modular, and Competitive Advantage, this Stage is For You.
Twenty-first century air mobility demands twenty-first century technology. Join us for the MOSA Innovation Challenge, where 10 innovators will pitch their cutting-edge communications, computing, and operations technologies to a distinguished panel of military, industry, and investment leaders.
The top innovator will receive a crystal award and national recognition as the MOSA Innovation Challenge winner.
TechConnect, in partnership with the Vertical Lift Consortium, Advanced Technology International, and the nation’s leading MOSA funding organizations, presents this one-of-a-kind program showcasing breakthrough solutions that advance the future of military air mobility.
Have a technology solution? Enter by March 27, 2026.
Direct inquiries to Emma Mooney, emma.mooney@techconnect.org.
Who Should Apply
Companies of all sizes and commercial maturity are welcome! If you have technologies representing cutting-edge air-mobility solutions (both hard-ware and soft-ware) in communications, computing, or operations technology for enhanced performance, safety and resilience.
How to Participate
Submit your technology for review. There is no fee to participate in this Challenge. If selected, TechConnect will invite you to pitch your technology to top OEMS and military tech scouts in National Harbor, MD during the MOSA Industry and Government Summit. Submissions due March 27, 2026.
Pitch Event
Finalists will receive notification in June. Selected companies must confirm to participate.
Pitch Date: September 23, 2026
Location: Gaylord National Hotel and Conference Center | National Harbor, MD
Review Panelists To Be Announced
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