1. Drone Racing

2. This is Drone Racing

3. The Evolution of Racing
High speeds upward of 80 mph
Extreme agility in three dimensions
Using new technology in a competitive setting

4. Around the Track Drones navigate a set course as fast as possible
Avoiding obstacles
Flying through gates
Remaing within boundary posts

5. How Does it Look
The pilot sees using the drone’s camera as if they were flying it from the inside

6. Why Put the Goggles on? Navigation around of obstacles at a distance
Emersion into the flight experience
Spectators can share the sensation

7. What Does it Take? Practice! There will be crashes
The drone be damaged
Repairs will be necessary

9. Gear to get Started Frame Control Goggles
Compact, lightweight, and durable
Control
Need a stable connection and good range
Goggles
Viewing angle and connection are critical to the race

10. Class Matters Micro class Mini class Open class 150mm diagonal
250mm diagonal and 5” props
Open class
300mm diagonal with 6” props

11. Its not all About Speed
Freestyle is a subset where agility and maneuverability are the keys
Expert levels of control are needed to safely guide the drone through tight spaces

13. Safely First Clear, defined course area
Visual observers with buddy boxes
Follow all the laws
Never drink and drone

14. What’s Putting on the Brakes
Laws
Requirements including registration, permits, and operation concerning all UAS and model aircraft use
Equipment
Connectivity around obstacles and range from the pilot
Space
Open areas away from spectators and permitting of safe operation

15. In the Spotlight International competitions
Emerging recognition is fostering growth of the sport all over the world from the US to the UAE

16. The Dubai Grand Prix

17. What’s Next? Catch it on ESPN! Drone racing is entering the mainstream
People of all ages and places are competing in and viewing this new sport