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November 12-13, 2026 · Mojave Air and Space Port
CAL-SPACE
California Space, Propulsion and Aerospace Conference and Expo
Where California builds, tests, launches and scales the future.
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FullTwo-Day Program*Program subject to change based on government participation
1Statewide Industry Platform
California's Aerospace Frontier
A mission-driven conference and expo built around the full aerospace value chain.
CAL-SPACE brings together commercial space, propulsion, advanced aviation, defense innovation, manufacturing, research, capital and workforce partners at one of the world's most iconic flight-test environments.
Hosted at Mojave Air and Space Port, the event connects strategic plenaries, an industry expo, technology demonstrations, supplier relationships, workforce development and regional economic-growth programming.
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Why CAL-SPACE
From runway to orbit, California's capabilities converge here.
Test & Demonstration
Engage the organizations advancing aerospace testing, launch, propulsion, space systems and advanced manufacturing.
Mission Alignment
Bridge commercial-space innovation, government requirements, defense missions and national-security priorities.
Workforce & Growth
Strengthen talent pipelines, supplier readiness, commercialization and California business expansion.
Past programs
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Revisit the two-day CAL-SPACE 2026 agenda, session descriptions and speaker profiles from November 12–13 at Mojave Air and Space Port.
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Event Architecture
Four integrated layers. One high-value industry experience.
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Leadership Conference
Keynotes, plenaries and moderated sessions on growth, innovation and national security.
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Industry Expo
Aerospace, defense, space, propulsion, manufacturing, university and workforce exhibits.
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Test, Infrastructure & Mission Capability
Program discussions linking ranges, launch, manufacturing, propulsion, autonomy and space operations.
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Business Growth & Deal Flow
Industry relationships, investment dialogue, recruiting and commercialization opportunities.
Who Should Attend CAL-SPACE
Built for the people who design, build, test, fund, procure and field aerospace capability.
CAL-SPACE convenes decision-makers and emerging talent from across California's aerospace, space, propulsion, aviation, defense and advanced-manufacturing ecosystem.
Aerospace & Defense Companies
Prime contractors, OEMs, defense-technology firms, advanced-aviation companies, program leaders and business-development teams.
Commercial Space & Propulsion Teams
Launch providers, satellite companies, engine developers, hypersonic programs, flight-test organizations and space startups.
Manufacturers, Suppliers & Small Businesses
Component makers, composites specialists, additive manufacturers, robotics firms, software providers and nontraditional suppliers.
Government, Military & Mission Partners
Government and military leaders, installation representatives, agencies, procurement professionals and mission stakeholders.
Research, Education & Workforce
Research institutions, universities, community colleges, faculty, students, apprentices, veterans and workforce-development organizations.
Investors & Regional Growth Leaders
Venture investors, economic-development organizations, site selectors, commercialization partners, infrastructure leaders and regional stakeholders.
Whether you are scaling a company, qualifying as a supplier, sourcing technology, recruiting talent or advancing a mission, CAL-SPACE is designed to create practical connections.
Register to AttendExhibit at CAL-SPACE 2026
Put your organization at the center of California's aerospace and space future.
CAL-SPACE brings together leaders from government, defense, aerospace, space, propulsion, research, academia and emerging technology. Exhibiting creates a visible platform for business development, strategic partnerships, technology awareness, recruiting and engagement across the aerospace and space ecosystem.
Why Participate
Be seen. Make connections. Build partnerships.
- Increase visibility with aerospace, space, defense, government, research and technology stakeholders.
- Showcase capabilities and solutions to organizations seeking technologies, suppliers and partners.
- Build relationships across government, commercial industry, academia and the research community.
- Support business development through conference sessions, networking and exhibition activity.
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About the Venue
Mojave Air and Space Port
Mojave, California — an internationally recognized center for experimental aviation, flight testing, aerospace development and commercial space.
Mojave Air and Space Port Website
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