SpaceWERX Event

Join AFWERX and SpaceWERX at the 2026 Life Cycle Industry Days (LCID) & Wright Dialogue with Industry (WDI) at the Dayton Convention Center!

Both LCID and WDI will remain standalone events while taking place during the same week to create greater opportunities for collaboration, information sharing, and industry engagement. The Department of the Air Force (DAF) remains committed to strengthening partnerships with industry to accelerate innovation, address emerging threats, streamline acquisition, and enhance sustainment capabilities. Together, these efforts help build a modernized force prepared for the challenges of the future.

Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s (AFLCMC) Life Cycle Industry Days (LCID)

• July 27 – July 29
• LCID provides attendees the opportunity to engage directly with Air Force leaders, industry innovators, and fellow Airmen. The event offers exclusive insights from senior leaders, networking opportunities, and access to a dynamic industry expo showcasing the next generation of aerospace and defense technologies.

Air Force Research Lab’s (AFRL) Wright Dialogue with Industry (WDI) 

• July 29 – July 31
• WDI features in-depth unclassified sessions followed by a day dedicated to classified content. Attendees can participate in comprehensive presentations, expert panels, one-on-one technical discussions, and leadership meet-and-greet opportunities focused on AFRL’s science and technology portfolio. The event provides opportunities to explore technical capabilities, learn about contracting pathways, and engage directly with AFRL subject matter experts.