Team members must be full-time students (undergraduate/graduate).; At least one Faculty Advisor required.; Student captain and faculty advisor must be VFS members.; Pilot must hold FAA Part 107 Drone Certification or equivalent.
Requirements
Refer to Request for Proposal for requirements, rules, and deadlines.; Submit Safety, Risk Mitigation and Wiring Plan by January 7, 2026.; Submit Final Technical Report by March 2, 2026.; Submit video of aircraft demonstrating flight readiness by March 23, 2026.
Application materials
Request for Proposal; Safety and Wiring Plan; Final Technical Report; Video Submission
Important dates
Safety and Wiring Plan: January 7, 2026; Final Technical Report: March 2, 2026; Final Presentations: Week of March 16, 2026; Video Submission: March 23, 2026; Fly-Off: April 7-10, 2026