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Drone I – Basic (State-Only)

Contest Coordinator: Derek Hays

This competition will evaluate team members’ skills and preparation for employment in multiple career fields related to the safe and efficient use of drone technology in the National Airspace System and to recognize outstanding performance by participants in the real-world, scenario-based situations.

Click hereto view the 2024 Drone Technology Team Guide for Basic.

Click here to view the study guide.

Additional resources:

Drone Power Point Presentation

Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Sport Pilot, Recreational Pilot, Remote Pilot and Private Pilot(pdf)

VFR Map

Railroad Drones (Uses, Legal Issues, Solutions, etc.)

Drones that you might consider are: (pictures in the team guide)

  • JJRC H31
  • SYMA X5SW
  • Quadtone Tumbler 2.0
  • Many larger drones have been reduced in price.