Drone Racing Kits
Experience the Thrill of Competitive Drone Racing
Grades: 6th – 12th
Number of Students: 1 – 24*
*THE 12 DRONES (6 RACING, 6 CLASSROOM) CAN BE
USED INDIVIDUALLY OR IN GROUPS (UP TO 5 PER GROUP)
Competitive drone racing is an exhilarating and engaging way to bring the excitement of cutting-edge technology to schools while fostering crucial skills in students. At Rocket Drones, we believe in the power of drone racing for schools as it not only encourages teamwork and healthy competition but also hones students’ piloting abilities and quick decision-making skills.
By participating in this thrilling eSport, students develop a deeper understanding of aerodynamics, engineering, and electronics, which strengthens their STEM foundation. Drone racing provides a unique and interactive learning experience that promotes problem-solving, communication, and collaboration among students, preparing them for future success both in the classroom and in the fast-paced world of drone technology. We even take it a step further by familiarizing students with manual piloting skills that employers require when GPS and onboard sensors fail.
What’s Included :
EQUIPMENT :
- 6 Rocket Drones Stage 1 racing drones
- 6 classroom drones for intro flights with new pilots
- 6 FPV (first person view) Fatshark Scout goggles with onboard DVR
- 6 micro SD cards for DVR
- 6 FRSKY drone controllers
- 60 rechargeable drone batteries
- 6 drone battery chargers with the ability to charge 6 batteries at once
- 6 drone racing chairs
- 1 Windows gaming laptop to support the racing simulator and race timing app
- Gym sized inflatable racecourse with 5 unique race gates
- Classroom sized inflatable racecourse with 5 unique race gates
- 2 air pumps for inflating and deflating the racecourse
- 30 racecourse pathway cones
- 6 carrying cases
- 6 lanyards
- 24 safety goggles for the team and audience
- 12 team jerseys
- Toolkit and spare parts to include extra propellers, screws, motors and adhesive patches for the inflatable race course
- 3 oversized heavy duty bags with wheels and backpack strap
SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS:
- Student, teacher, and parent web portal access
- 1 electronic race gate timing system with an interactive computer app and online manual timer
- League management portal
- 1 annual Rocket Drones race league fee for up to 12 racers
- Drone simulator site license for up to 100 site users (included with Race league team fee)
- Safety Signage PDF
- Extensive video library for support walkthroughs + coaches guide
- Drone racing curriculum
- Drone activities guide
- Drone club access (Allows for club teams within a school to expand drone activities beyond just the ranked drone race team of 12-24) This covers all students grades 6-12 on campus via the clubs.
Flight Challenges
Drone Aviation League
As part of the rocket drones racing program, your best pilots get the chance to compete nationally against other ranked student drone teams each year both virtually and in person each year in sunny Pensacola Beach, Florida. Best of all, you don’t have to travel to qualify as our timer and drone DVR allow us to ensure all results submitted are verified. However, anytime you wish to challenge another rocket drones equipped school virtually or in person, you can always schedule it within the league portal.
LEAGUE CATEGORIES
Racing Team
Racing Individual
Racing Simulator
Course Design
CLASSROOM CATEGORIES COMING SOON
LEAGUE DATES :
BEGINNING FALL 2025
Fall Qualifier
SUBMIT RESULTS BY
NOVEMBER 1ST OF EACH YEAR
Spring Qualifier
SUBMIT RESULTS BY
MARCH 1ST OF EACH YEAR
National Championship
IN PENSACOLA BEACH, FLORIDA
MID APRIL OF EACH YEAR
Pricing :
$21,500*
WITHOUT CURRICULUM
(INCREASING TO $21,995 JANUARY 1, 2025)
$24,500*
WITH CURRICULUM
(INCREASING TO $24,995 JANUARY 1, 2025)
There is an annual race league fee of $500 per team. This includes the league events and annual simulator site license renewal.
*An annual hosting fee of $250 for the Rocket Drones Portal that hosts student results to activities, curriculum, scheduler, and resources.
