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Re: 5th Annual Unmanned Systems West
\r\nSeptember 8–9 • San Diego, CA
\r\nSubject: Request for Approval to Attend ACI\u2019s 5th Annual Unmanned Systems West<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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Dear [Supervisor\u2019s Name],<\/p>\r\n\r\n

I respectfully request approval to attend ACI\u2019s 5th Annual Unmanned Systems West on September 8\u20139 in San Diego. This summit provides a unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders, research institutions, and defense contractors who are shaping the future of unmanned systems, directly impacting our mission readiness and national security posture.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

Attending will allow me to:<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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  • Support Mission Readiness and Strategic Planning<\/strong> \u2013 Receive timely briefings on Department of Defense and Service Branch priorities for unmanned and autonomous systems across all domains. This includes updates on acquisition timelines, AI\/ML-enabled platforms, emerging counter-UAS capabilities, and joint integration strategies critical to national defense modernization efforts.
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  • Enhance Acquisition and Program Planning Strategies<\/strong> \u2013 Understand supply chain risks, manufacturing challenges, and funding constraints that affect program execution, enabling more informed decision-making.
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  • Strengthen Public-Private Collaboration<\/strong> \u2013 Engage in discussions with DoD stakeholders, prime contractors, and technology developers to address challenges in testing, fielding, and integrating unmanned capabilities into current and future operations.
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  • Prepare for Future Defense Requirements<\/strong> \u2013 Stay ahead of technology roadmaps, acquisition strategies, and investment priorities to ensure alignment with national security objectives and evolving threats.
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  • Expand Interagency and Industry Networks<\/strong> \u2013 Build critical relationships with policy leaders, defense laboratories, and private-sector partners, fostering a more cohesive approach to unmanned systems development and deployment.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n

    The intelligence and connections I gain from this summit will directly support our branch\/agency\u2019s strategic initiatives by ensuring we remain informed on the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in unmanned technology. I will compile a post-event briefing to share key insights with our team and identify actionable takeaways that support our mission.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

    The cost of my attendance breaks down as follows:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n