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Aviation Week's Space Tech Challenge

Aviation Week, in cooperation with Space Tech Expo, delivers an unrivaled platform connecting proven innovators with active buyers through four strategic opportunities: the Space Tech Challenge Awards spotlighting deployment-ready solutions to NASA-validated capability gaps, executive Roundtables fostering high-level collaboration on industry challenges, the STAR Pavilion showcasing breakthrough technologies, and targeted sponsorship amplifying your brand across all channels. Together, these elements create a comprehensive ecosystem where innovators gain visibility through Aviation Week's authoritative platforms, engage directly with government agencies and prime contractors actively sourcing solutions, and join an exclusive network designed to accelerate partnerships, pilots, and contracts.

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Aviation Week Space Tech Roundtables
(June 29)

Interactive roundtable discussions require active participation, bringing together industry leaders to exchange ideas, tackle challenges, and collaborate on solutions that drive the space industry forward.

Space Tech Challenge Awards
(June 30)

Recognizing solutions that address nearly 200 validated capability gaps — from lunar operations to Mars missions — these awards spotlight prototypes tested and advancing toward deployment, connecting them with organizations ready to integrate breakthrough technologies.

STAR Pavilion at Space Tech Expo
(June 29 - July 1)

The STAR Pavilion showcases cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of space exploration, serving as a hub for networking and connecting innovators with key stakeholders.


These programs foster real recognition and actionable breakthroughs for the space industry.

For access to the Space Tech Challenge Awards and STAR Pavilion you must be registered for Space Tech Expo in Anaheim, June 30-July 1.