Students are challenged to conceive, design, fabricate, and test a radio-controlled aircraft that can take off, land, and optimally meet mission requirements. Teams may participate in one or more classes of competition, Regular, Advanced and Micro – each presenting unique challenges.
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Travel & Accommodations
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Spectators
We welcome spectators to join us at our competitions year-round. Due to the safety of everyone at the event, there are specific areas outside of the course where spectators may be. Click below to view our full spectator policy for any questions.
Volunteers
We welcome past CDS students and other mobility professionals to volunteer at our competitions. Our volunteers are expected to follow our code of conduct, which can be found, along with more volunteer information, at the link below.
Rules & Documents
Rules and all other important competition operation documents can now be found on saeaerodesign.com
Equipment Suppliers
The following companies are supplying parts to competing teams for free, at cost or discounted from retail.
Sponsors
To become an event sponsor, please contact:
Brandie Sberna
brandie.sberna@sae.org
Community Program Sales Specialist
Contact collegiatecompetitions@sae.org
or
SAE Customer Service
877-606-7323
724-776-5970 (outside the U.S. or Canada)
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