Air forces worldwide are undergoing a fundamental transformation. Future conflicts will not be limited to land, sea, or air but will unfold across all domains, including cyber and space. Against this backdrop, Prague will host the Future Air Force Conference (FAFC 2025) on 17–18 September 2025, bringing together senior military leaders, policymakers, and industry representatives to discuss how to prepare for this new era of multidomain operations.
A Strategic Program
The two-day conference will open with high-level remarks from Maj. Gen. Petr Čepelka, Commander of the Czech Air Force, and leaders from AERO Vodochody and OMNIPOL Group. Keynote speakers include senior officers from the French, Finnish, Turkish, German, Italian, Nigerian, Portuguese, Colombian, and U.S. Air Forces, alongside NATO representatives and renowned experts.
Panels will cover:
- Multidomain operations (MDO) – integrating air, land, naval, cyber, and space domains.
- Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T) and AI-enabled combat systems.
- Training in the Information Age – from advanced simulators to cognitive readiness.
Optional programs will connect the conference with Czech Air Force and NATO Days, offering exclusive access to live flying demonstrations, simulators, and aircraft such as the L-39NG Skyfox, L-410NG, Grob Aircraft platforms, Bell helicopters, and TRL UAVs.
Future Air Forces in Multidomain Operations
As highlighted in recent analyses, the future of air power lies in:
- Stealth and hypersonic capabilities to penetrate advanced air defenses.
- Integration of unmanned systems, including “loyal wingman” concepts.
- AI-driven decision support and predictive maintenance.
- Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) systems linking sensors and shooters in real time.
- Cyber resilience and electronic warfare as integral tools of air combat.
These challenges will require not only technological innovation but also organizational transformation, flexible command structures, and highly skilled personnel capable of operating across domains.
ACE Magazine — Official Media Partner
As the official media partner of FAFC 2025, ACE Magazine will be distributed directly at the conference, featuring exclusive interviews, analysis, and expert perspectives on the transformation of air forces in Europe and beyond.
Conclusion
The Future Air Force Conference 2025 will provide a unique platform for military leaders, policymakers, and industry to shape the next generation of air power. At a time when speed, interoperability, and innovation define strategic advantage, Prague will become the center of debate on how to secure the skies — and the multidomain battlespace — of tomorrow.
👉 More information and registration: www.futureairforce.eu
By: Katerina Urbanová, ACE
