Regional International Forum

Low Altitude Economy Forum 2026

Date: 30 May 2026

Venue: Conference Hall, 2nd Floor, Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Working Languages: Mongolian and English

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I. Objective

Forum Objective

The Forum aims to introduce the global trends, technological advancements, and regulatory developments of the rapidly emerging Low Altitude Economy (LAE); to facilitate the exchange of regional experience and best practices; to identify opportunities for integrating Mongolia’s airspace resources into the civil economy; and to strengthen cooperation among researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.

Forum Basic Information

Low Altitude Economy Forum 2026

Organizer: Mongolian Civil Aviation Authority (MCAA)
Date: 30 May 2026
Venue: Conference Hall, 2nd Floor, Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

II. Organizers

Official Organizers

Mongolian Civil Aviation Authority (MCAA);

Co-Organizers

Forum Co-Organizers

Ministry of Defense of Mongolia
Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Communications
Air Force Command of the Mongolian Armed Forces
Civil Aviation National Center SOSC
Mongolian Unmanned Vehicle Association

III. Scope and Participants

Scope and Participants

The Forum will be held at the regional level, gathering 200–300 delegates, including:

International and domestic researchers and academics;
Representatives of civil aviation regulatory bodies;
Representatives of international professional organizations;
Manufacturers of drones, eVTOL aircraft, and air mobility solutions;
Investors and venture capital representatives;
University professors, doctoral and master’s students;
Representatives of start-ups and technology companies.

IV. Forum Tracks

Forum Tracks

Track 1

Policy, Legal Framework, and Regulation of the Low Altitude Economy

International standards of the Low Altitude Economy and ICAO recommendations;
Airspace classification and regulation of low-altitude zones;
Registration and licensing systems for drones and unmanned aircraft;
Implementation of U-Space and Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) systems;
Aviation safety, citizen privacy, and data protection;
Comparative analysis of regulatory frameworks across regional countries;
Domestic and cross-border flight regulation.

Track 2

Business and Investment Environment of the Low Altitude Economy

Market growth and future trends of the Low Altitude Economy;
Business models for drone logistics and delivery services;
eVTOL aircraft and intra-urban air taxi services (Urban Air Mobility);
Drone applications in agriculture, mining, and construction;
Applications in emergency response, search and rescue, and healthcare;
Mechanisms for attracting investment, risk and return analysis;
Low Altitude Economy and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Track 3

Technological Advancement and Innovation

Design and materials technology for low-altitude aerial vehicles:
Electric- and hydrogen-powered aircraft;
Lightweight materials and aerodynamic solutions;
Battery technology and energy density.
Artificial intelligence and automation:
AI-based flight management systems;
Drone swarm flight and cooperative algorithms;
Machine learning and computer vision in aerial systems.
Communication, navigation, and surveillance systems:
5G/6G networks and low-altitude flight operations;
ADS-B and Remote ID standards;
GNSS-independent navigation solutions.
Infrastructure:
Vertiport and droneport design and planning;
Charging station networks;
Weather monitoring systems.

Track 4

The Low Altitude Economy and Society

Public awareness and social acceptance;
Noise and environmental impact;
Urban planning and integrated low-altitude flight models;
Human resource development and professional education systems;
Ethics and accountability in the Low Altitude Economy;
Regional cooperation and knowledge exchange.

V. Schedule

Terms of Reference Schedule

Phase	Date
Forum announcement and registration opens	01 May 2026
Submission of paper abstracts	01–15 May 2026
Final paper submission deadline	25 May 2026
Forum programme announced	08 May 2026
Forum date	30 May 2026

VI. Venue

Forum Venue

The Forum will be held at the Conference Hall, 2nd floor, Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport, Khan-Uul District, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

VII. Working Languages

Working Languages

Mongolian;
English;
Simultaneous interpretation will be provided (coordinated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs).

VIII. Submission Requirements

Submission Requirements

Presentations and papers shall be prepared in accordance with the official template of the “Dronecon 2026” event held under the patronage of the President of Mongolia (Dronecon.gov.mn) and submitted electronically to the address below:

Email: Alimaa.b@mcaa.gov.mn
Length: 10–25 pages (A4)
Format: MS PowerPoint (.ppt)
Language: Mongolian or English

IX. Organizational Costs

Organizational Costs

Organizational costs of the Forum will be covered by the budget of the Mongolian Civil Aviation Authority, contributions from co-organizing institutions, and sponsorships.

Forum Programme

Low-Altitude Economy Forum 2026 Programme

Date: 30 May 2026
Location: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Forum Theme: Regulation, Business, Security, and Innovation
Working Languages: Mongolian and English

Official Forum Programme

Time	Programme
08:00 – 09:00	Registration
09:00 – 09:20	Opening Ceremony Welcome remarks by H.E. Mr. D. Baasandamba, Deputy Minister of Defence of Mongolia Welcome remarks by Mr. E. Turbayar, Director General, Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia (CAAM)
09:20 – 09:30	National Anthem and Cultural Performance
09:30 – 09:40	Official Group Photograph
	KEYNOTE ADDRESS AND PANEL DISCUSSIONS
09:40 – 10:00	Keynote Address — Ministry of Defence of Mongolia “Low-Altitude Economy: A New Strategic Frontier for the National Security and Development of Mongolia” Speaker: Col. B. Enkhzorgol, Ph.D. Chief of Staff, Air Force Command, Armed Forces of Mongolia
10:00 – 10:40	Panel Discussion I Legal Framework and Regulatory Oversight of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Moderator: Mr. A. Dorjpalam, Mongolian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Association (NGO) Panelists: • H.E. Mr. D. Baasandamba, Deputy Minister of Defence • Mr. E. Turbayar, Director General, CAAM • Col. B. Enkhzorgol, Air Force Command • Mr. D. Enkhbayar, Civil Aviation Safety Inspector, CAAM • Mr. Ch. Terbish, Communications Regulatory Commission
10:40 – 12:40	Opening of “DRONECON 2026” International Competition Lunch
12:40 – 13:00	Presentation — Communications Regulatory Commission (CRC) “Future Trends in Drone Development within the Low-Altitude Economy” Speaker: Mr. Ch. Terbish Senior Specialist, Radio Frequency Regulation and Monitoring Department, CRC
13:00 – 13:20	Presentation — Mongolian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Association (NGO) “Emerging Opportunities in Mongolia” Speaker: Mr. A. Dorjpalam
13:20 – 13:40	Presentation — Capital City Digital Services Agency “Best Practices of the ICT Speed Club in Communications and Information Technology” Speaker: Mr. Ts. Borkhuu Director, State Digital Services Regulatory Agency
13:40 – 14:00	Presentation — National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) “Application of Unmanned Aerial Systems in Emergency Operations and Future Trends” Speakers: • Col. D. Sodnomragchaa, Head of Information Technology Division • Sr. Lt. B. Byambasuren, Head of the UAS Unit, National Rescue Brigade
14:00 – 14:20	Presentation — Mongolian Drone Coding Association “Preparing the Younger Generation for the Low-Altitude Economy of Mongolia” Speaker: Mr. D. Batbayar President of the Association
14:20 – 14:35	Presentation — Air Force Command, Armed Forces of Mongolia “Development and Application of Unmanned Aerial Systems in the Defence Sector” Speaker: Capt. B. Zolboot Director, Unmanned Aerial Systems Research and Testing Centre, Air Force Command
14:35 – 15:20	Panel Discussion II Investment Opportunities and Development Pathways for the Low-Altitude Economy Moderator: Mr. G. Batbayar Director, Department of Civil Aviation Cooperation, CAAM Panelists: • Representative of the THALES Group (France) • Representative of Shenzhou Yinuo Technology Co., Ltd. (People’s Republic of China) • Mr. D. Khurelbaatar, Director, BronzeHero Entertainment • Mr. G. Tuguldur, CEO, “Hobby Zone” LLC • Mr. T. Taishir, Mongolian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Association (NGO)
15:20 – 15:40	Coffee Break
15:40 – 16:00	Presentation — Newcom Group “The Current State of Delivery Drone Services” Speaker: Ms. G. Duuriimaa Business Development Officer, Mongolian Smart Drone Delivery LLC
16:00 – 16:20	Presentation — THALES Group (France) Speaker: Mr. Jean-Marc REYNAUD Vice President China and Mongolia, THALES Group
16:20 – 16:40	Presentation — Shenzhou Yinuo Technology Co., Ltd. (PRC) Speaker: Mr. Li Wei Vice President, Shenzhou Yinuo Technology Co., Ltd.
16:40 – 17:00	Presentation — Mongolian Drone Pilots Association “A New Economy, A New Infrastructure Revolution” Speaker: Mr. G. Tuguldur CEO of “Hobby Zone” LLC; Board Member, Mongolian Drone Pilots Association
17:00 – 17:20	Closing Remarks Mr. E. Turbayar Director General, Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia