VEX AIR Competition Drone

€810.08
Tax included

The VEX AIR Drone is an advanced educational tool designed to enhance STEM learning by integrating drones into teaching activities and competitions, allowing students and educators to explore robotics, technology, and aeronautics.

It offers versatile mission modules for various functions, an advanced dual-camera system for precise navigation, a touch screen controller with video streaming for live feeds and telemetry data, and a comprehensive sensor array for improved navigation and flight stability.

The drone and its controller are fully programmable using VEXcode Blocks, Switch, Python, and a Microsoft Visual Studio Code extension.

Ages 14+

Quantity

Drone Physical

  • Compliance: Section 889 Compliant (more info)
  • Size: 190mm (length) x 220mm (width)
  • Weight: 249g (Max)
  • Power Source: 7.4v Lithium Polymer Battery
  • Motors: Brushless DC
  • Propeller Guards: Permanent 360 degree propeller duct

Drone Electronics

  • Forward facing camera – first person flight view.
  • Downward facing camera – Landing and object detection.
  • Optical Detection: Color and AprilTags
  • Flight: Optical position stabilization and navigation.
  • Inertial: Gyroscope and accelerometer.
  • Altitude: Bottom rangefinders for up to 5 m altitude.
  • Obstacles: Forward obstacle detection and avoidance.
  • Connectivity: Dual Band WiFi, Bluetooth, and USB.
  • Storage: 2 GB storage for images or video.
  • Firmware Security: Hardware-enforced firmware verification

Controller

  • Controls: Dual joysticks and configurable buttons.
  • Screen: 5” LCD Color
  • Video: Views cameras on screen for first-person flying, landing and alignment.
  • Data: View telemetry data on screen.
  • Audio: Speaker for audio feedback.
  • Connectivity: Dual Band WiFi, Bluetooth, and USB.

Coding

  • Languages: Graphical blocks and Python.
  • Platforms: Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Tablet, and Browser.
  • Software: VEXcode and Microsoft Visual Studio Code
SKU 737-9000

Data sheet

School Stage
Secondary & High School
For
School
Programming Language
Blocks (Scratch, Blockly etc)
Python
Subject
Coding
Drone
Kits & Bundles
Kits

Specific References

VEX AIR Competition Drone

€810.08