International Conference on Defence Avionics and Tactical Surveillance Technologies

International Conference on Defence Avionics and Tactical Surveillance Technologies (ICDATS-2026)

Date: November 7, 2026
Mode: Hybrid (Online + Offline)
Organized by: Wings of Aero
Convenor: Ms. Suguna Balan, Co-Founder & Director, Wings of Aero

1] Conference Introduction

The International Conference on Defence Avionics and Tactical Surveillance Technologies (ICDATS-2026) brings together defence researchers, aerospace engineers, technologists, and industry experts to explore the latest advancements in avionics and next-generation surveillance systems. With growing global security demands, modern military platforms now rely heavily on sophisticated avionics, embedded systems, signal intelligence, autonomous surveillance, and decision-support technologies.

This conference aims to serve as a global knowledge-sharing platform, connecting innovators and stakeholders working on breakthrough technologies across combat aircraft avionics, UAV surveillance, electronic warfare, tactical communication networks, AI-driven tactical systems, sensor fusion, and battlefield situational awareness.

2] Conference Objective

The key objectives of ICDATS-2026 are:

• To highlight emerging trends in military avionics, embedded electronics, and tactical system architectures.

• To discuss advancements in surveillance sensors, electronic warfare, and intelligence systems.

• To facilitate collaboration between defence organizations, startups, academia, R&D laboratories, and aerospace industries.

• To promote applied research in AI-enabled threat detection, autonomous reconnaissance, and secure tactical networks.

• To publish high-quality research contributing to global defence technology development.

3] Conference Outcome

Participants will gain:

• Enhanced understanding of modern defence avionics systems and mission-critical electronics.

• Insights into tactical surveillance systems, including radar, EO/IR sensors, cyber-surveillance, and reconnaissance payloads.

• Opportunity to collaborate with industry, research labs, and defence technologists.

• Exposure to real-world defence applications and emerging challenges.

• Eligibility for publication in recognized Scopus/WoS/SCI indexed journals.

4] Call for Paper – List of Topics

Researchers, academicians, and professionals are invited to submit original contributions in (but not limited to):

Defence Avionics

• Advanced Flight Control Systems

• Mission Computer Architectures

• Cockpit Display and HUD Technologies

• Radar Altimeters & Navigation Systems

• Fly-by-Wire & Fly-by-Light Technologies

Electronic Warfare & Tactical Systems

• Direction-Finding & Signal Intelligence (SIGINT)

• Communication Intelligence (COMINT)

• Jamming Techniques & Countermeasure Systems

• Cognitive Electronic Warfare

• Tactical Data Links & Battlefield Networks

Surveillance Technologies

• Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)

• Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Sensors

• UAV/UCAV Surveillance Payloads

• Border & Maritime Surveillance Systems

• Multisensor Data Fusion

AI, Autonomy & Cyber Defence

• Machine Learning for Threat Detection

• Autonomous Reconnaissance Systems

• Real-Time Target Tracking Algorithms

• Secure Communication Systems

• Cybersecurity for Defence Platforms

5] About Wings of Aero

Wings of Aero is a dedicated Aerospace and Defence Consulting Startup, empowering innovation, research, and education in aeronautics, astronautics, and defence systems engineering. Through its international conferences, technical programs, industrial collaborations, and academic partnerships, Wings of Aero creates strong platforms for talent development and knowledge exchange. The organization strives to nurture future aerospace leaders while contributing to technological growth in the global defence ecosystem.

6] Tentative Dates (Estimated)

• Last date for Abstract Submission: September 20, 2026

• Notification of Abstract Acceptance: September 30, 2026

• Registration (Without Late Fee): October 15, 2026

• Registration (With Late Fee): October 30, 2026

• Conference Date: November 7, 2026

7] Registration Fees

Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

8] Publication

Selected papers will be published in Scopus and WoS/SCI indexed journals, based on editorial and journal requirements.

Suggested Journals (Scopus / WoS / SCI)

1. Defence Science Journal

   • ISSN: 0976-464X

   • Link: https://publications.drdo.gov.in/ojs/index.php/dsj

2. IEEE Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine

   • ISSN: 0885-8985

   • Link: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/RecentIssue.jsp?punumber=62

3. Sensors (MDPI) – Special Issues on Defence & Surveillance

   • ISSN: 1424-8220

   • Link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/sensors

4. Journal of Intelligent & Robotic Systems

   • ISSN: 0921-0296

   • Link: https://www.springer.com/journal/10846

5. IET Radar, Sonar & Navigation

   • ISSN: 1751-8784

   • Link: https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/17518784

9] Contact & Registration

📩 Email: contact@wingsofaero.in
🔗 Registration Link: https://rzp.io/rzp/woaconference