Aerial Drone Competition

A team drone competition run by the REC Foundation in which middle and high school students pilot and program drones in four challenges: Solo Piloting, Solo Autonomous Flight, Alliance and Communication. Teams of 3-5 students compete at qualifying events from October through March and can qualify for a Regional Championship from April through June. Season registration is $200 per team, and local events usually cost $50 to $100 per team.

Offered by REC Foundation. Competition for high school students in USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Paid. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Engineering, Computer Science

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in nationwide.
Cost
Charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Aerial Drone Competition

When is the Aerial Drone Competition deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Aerial Drone Competition free?

No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.

Who can apply to Aerial Drone Competition?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in nationwide. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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