By AZ CSO Bilal, 9th grade, Maricopa County
Last year, I had the chance to organize a drone flying event as part of my Action Plan, and I have to say, I’m so glad I did! The whole idea was to get people excited about drones and show them how amazing and fun this technology can be.
The Main Event
We started with a quick intro about drones—nothing too intense, just the basics of how they work. I wanted everyone to understand what makes drones fly, so we talked about things like aerodynamics, sensors, and how the drones communicate with their controllers.
Then came the best part: letting everyone actually fly the drones! I could see the excitement on their faces as they took the controls for the first time. Some were nervous, but by the end, everyone was getting the hang of it and having a blast.
The Science Behind the Fun
During the demo, I also explained some of the science behind drones. We went over how the propellers work to lift the drone into the air and how sensors help it stay balanced. I even touched on the programming side—like how drones are told what to do and how they follow commands from the controller.
It wasn’t just about flying; it was about understanding how all these parts work together to make drones do what they do. Seeing the “aha!” moments from the group was super rewarding.
Outcomes
The event turned out to be a huge success. People left knowing a lot more about drones than when they arrived, and it felt awesome to see their enthusiasm. It made me realize how much I love this stuff and how important it is to share it with others.
This whole experience definitely reinforced my passion for drones. It showed me that I want to keep learning more about aviation and technology, and I’m excited to continue finding ways to get others interested too. I hope this event was just the beginning for some future drone enthusiasts out there!
