Northwest Aerospace News — Issue No. 36 Resource Guide Edition: DEC 2023 | JAN 2024 | Page 36

Navigating the Future of

Aviation and Business Expansion

Joanna Boatwright
Washington State Department of Commerce , Aerospace International Trade Specialist
www . commerce . wa . gov
WASHINGTON STATE DEPT . OF COMMERCE

The aerospace and aviation industry is gearing up for an exciting year ahead , marked by a series of significant events set to redefine the landscape of innovation and business expansion . These events build on the knowledge shared at the AUVSI Cascade Chapter Fall Symposium in Seattle , October 2023 , offering a glimpse into the future of the industry . Washington State will have a presence and delegation for a variety of shows in 2024 . The show topics range from the unveiling of new aircraft interior designs to spotlighting new and emerging technologies across aerospace and aviation . Shows are taking place as far away as Japan , Germany , and the U . K ., with several taking place in Seattle ’ s back yard . Collectively , these events set the stage for the next era of aviation and aerospace . A list of shows the state plans to attend can be found at the end of the article but first , unpack some of the action from the AUVSI Cascade Chapter Fall Symposium .

The AUVSI Cascade Chapter Fall Symposium , held in Seattle on October 17th , 2023 , was a gathering that brought together enthusiasts and professionals in the field of uncrewed and air mobility systems . This symposium provided a platform for attendees to delve into the latest innovations and insights , offering a glimpse into the exciting future of these technologies .
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