RAD Drone

RAD Drone Competition

RAD (officially re-labeled by the REC Foundation as the Aerial Drone Competition) is an exciting challenge presented in the form of a game. RAD fosters student development through teamwork, critical thinking, project management, and communication skills required to prepare them to become the next generation of innovators and problem solvers.

Like last year, this year's competition has 4 Missions!

1. Teamwork Mission - Drones are piloted by students. Two teams fly together on the same competition field to maximize their score.
2. Autonomous Flight Mission - Drone is programmed by students to operate entirely autonomously. Each team competes alone to score as many points as possible.
3. Piloting Mission - Drone is piloted by students to fly through an obstacle course. Each team competes alone to score as many points as possible.
4. Communications Mission - Teams interview with Judges about their Drone, Programming and Competition Logbook Documentation.

Time Warp Video

REC Aerial Drone Website

Registration

2025-26 REGISTRATION  

If your child, in grades 7-12, is interested in joining a RAD Drone team, please complete the ONLINE Registration Form via the link below, between October 6-26. 

Registration Form

Participation Fee

A non-refundable $150 participation fee is required at the time of registration. Scholarships are available for those who may need assistance.  

Payment will be accepted online via Paypal (click the button below) or by check, made out to: "Caledonia EnrichED" and mailed to PO Box 194, Caledonia, MI 49316. 

*Please do NOT send or deliver money to school.*

Our Teams In Action

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