Showcasing the Future of Vertical Flight
The 2026 Annual Forum and Technology Display (Forum 82) returns to the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, May 5–7, 2026. Located in the heart of the West Palm Beach entertainment district and only minutes from Palm Beach International Airport, Forum 82 promises to deliver an enjoyable event experience for the vertical flight community.
Well known for its sunshine and phenomenal shoreline, Palm Beach County is also recognized as a leader in aviation and aerospace engineering. With more than 20,000 employed professional in over 1400 aviation, aerospace engineering and industry support organizations, Palm Beach County ranks the second largest aerospace community in the United States.
Key Industry Facilities in West Palm Beach
Who will attend Forum 82?
Forum 82 is the longest running and most established vertical flight technology event. Unlike other trade shows, the VFS Forum provides access to an elite technical community responsible for directing the engineering and manufacturing processes of the global rotorcraft industry. Exhibitors will interface with top program decision-makerson the show floor during unopposed exhibit hall viewing hours as well as at exhibit hall luncheons, receptions and industry-wide sessions such as the US Army and US Navy/Marine Corps military program manger briefings. In addition, top ranking officers from the military source selection committees of the US Army, US Navy, US Marine Corps, US Air Force, US Coast Guard, and international counterparts will seek out your company's products/services and expertise for their forces training and operational requirements.
What will I see at the Forum 82 Technology Display?
The Forum 82 Technology Display is the most extensive exposition addressing the needs of the VTOL, STOVL and eVTOL industries. Leading manufacturers, service providers, defense agencies, universities and research and development organizations will showcase the very latest in vertical flight technology.
| Airframes | Autonomous Aerial Vehicles | Avionics | Components | Display Systems |
| Electric VTOL | Engine Propulsion | Fuel and Utility Systems (FUS) | Health and Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS) | Mission Support |
| VTOL Research and Development | Safety Systems | Simulation and Training | Autonomous VTOL Aircraft | University Research Programs |
Exhibit Package Includes
- Quality backdrop draping and divider rails
- Booth identification sign
- Company listing in the Forum 82 Final Program
- 24-hour security in the Exhibit Hall
- One "FULL" registration package for each 10' X 10' space purchased (Limited to a maximum of five badges). Provides access to technical sessions, exhibit hall lunches and reception, VFS Grand Awards Banquet (Seating limited on a first come, first served basis.)
- Two exhibitor badges for each 10' X 10' unit of display space (not to exceed a maximum of ten badges). This badge provides access to the Exhibit Hall during scheduled hours and includes exhibitor lunches and the technology display reception.
Forum 82 Exhibit Hall Hours*
Palm Beach County Convention Center
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 7, 2026 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
*Exhibit hall hours subject to change
| Forum 82 Exhibit Application and Rules | Forum 82 Exhibitor List | Forum 82 Floor Plan |
| Forum 82 Sponsorship Opportunities (Coming soon!) | Forum 82 Exhibitor Registration Manual (Coming soon!) | Forum 82 Sponsorship Application (Coming soon!) |
To confirm exhibit space, simply download, complete and return the Forum 82 exhibit space application to exhibits@vtol.org. If you would prefer to speak with someone regarding exhibitor participation, please contact us by email or call at 703-684-6777, x105.