RAeS FCAS Summit 2025: Redefining the Future of Air and Space Power

21 May 2025 - 22 May 2025

Royal Aeronautical Society Headquarters

Conference

Booking is now open for the third edition of the Royal Aeronautical Society's FCAS Summit! Click the 'Book now' button near the end of this page to reserve your ticket.

The UK and global defence landscape is increasingly complex, with heightened geopolitical tensions and rapid technological advancement presenting both opportunities and challenges. The Future Combat Air and Space Capabilities Summit (FCAS), hosted by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) in London, will bring together global experts and leaders to explore these critical issues, informed by the UK's Strategic Defence Review (SDR), and to provide a strategic framework for UK defence and security policy.

The RAeS FCAS summit will focus on the critical priority areas outlined in the SDR, exploring how to strengthen defence capabilities and supply chain resilience with its insights integral to the discussions at the Conference. We will examine the UK's position as a global leader in defence aerospace and the imperative to maintain sovereign capabilities in key areas like aircraft design, development, and manufacturing. This two-day in person only high-level conference highlights the need for strategic investment in emerging technologies and the importance of fostering a robust defence industrial base. By addressing these priorities, the UK can safeguard its long-term security and prosperity in an ever-changing world.

By attending the Summit, participants will gain strategic insights, network with industry leaders, and explore cutting-edge technologies that will shape the future of air and space power. Join us in contributing to developing innovative strategies and policies that will define the future of aerial warfare and be aligned with the UK's broader defence and security objectives.

Get an insight into what to expect with these summaries of our previous FCAS summits from 2024 and 2023.

Join the conversation on social media: #FCAS25

Delegate fees (all plus VAT):

Both RAeS Members and non-members are welcome to attend this conference. To apply to become a RAeS Member, Corporate Partner or Student Member, please take a look at our Membership & Accreditation web pages.

We are pleased to offer 15 free places to RAeS Student Affiliates/Apprentice Affiliates on a first come first served basis. Please email events@aerosociety.com to register your interest. Please note that attendees must be 18 or older to attend RAeS events, unless accompanied by a legal guardian.

Sponsors

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About BAE Systems Air

BAE Systems Air Sector is at the heart of the UK’s sovereign combat air capability, delivering combat air readiness and ensuring our Air Force customers have the equipment, services and skills they need to protect to maintain security and economic prosperity. As a world-leader in defence exports, we play a crucial role in internationally collaborative programmes that enhance local industrial capability and support strategic partnerships overseas.

Our goal is to accelerate the innovation of future air power through the development of technology, skills and collaborative ways of working that enable our customers to stay ahead of evolving threats. Learn more about BAE Systems Air Sector: www.baesystems.com/air