Ooredoo Maldives is thrilled to announce the opening of registrations for Ooredoo Drone Race 2023, via http://ore.do/dronerace. This exciting first of its kind event is an electrifying addition to this year's Ooredoo Fun Run. Scheduled for the morning of December 22nd, 2023, in Hulhumale’ Central Park, Ooredoo Drone Race 2023 promises to deliver an unmatched experience for drone enthusiasts.

Ooredoo Drone Race 2023 will be a timed obstacle avoidance and pass-through race. Participants will navigate a challenging course featuring multiple obstacles or gates. Winners in each category will be determined based on the shortest completion time.

Ooredoo Drone Race features two dynamic categories: Sky Elite (FPV Drones), where pilots aged 16 and above navigate their FPV drones through a challenging course, and Sky Walker category for DJI Non-FPV Drones provided by Stabisys Maldives. Each participant can register to one category only. Participants of Sky Walker category category requires to go through a pre-qualification round to participate at Ooredoo Drone Race 2023.

Competitors participating in the Sky Walker and Sky Elite categories of Ooredoo Drone Race will be honored with exclusive prizes for their outstanding achievements, recognizing the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions in this exciting drone challenge.

Sky Elite (FPV Drones) Category:

·        Pilots aged 16 and above.

·        Participants bring their FPV drones and related accessories.

·        Aircraft specifications: Not exceeding 30 cm from motor to motor, flying weight under 800 grams.

·        Goggles must have the capability to output HD video.

Prizes:

·        1st Prize: DJI Mini 3 Pro (DJI RC)

·        2nd Prize: 5G AirFibre Device + 3 Months Free Package (1536 GB)

·        3rd Prize: MVR 2000 Moolee Voucher

Sky Walker (Non-FPV Drones) Category:

·        Pilots aged 12 and above

·        DJI drones will be provided by Stabisys Maldives for the participants of this category. Personal drones are not allowed.

·        To ensure participants possess the minimum required skills, participants of this category are required to participate in the Pre-qualification round. Date and time of the Pre-qualification round will be communicated after the registration is closed.

Prizes:

·        1st Prize: DJI Mini 2 SE

·        2nd Prize: 5G AirFibre Device + 3 Months Free Package (750GB)

·        3rd Prize: MVR 1000 Moolee Voucher

Registration for Ooredoo Drone Race 2023 is now open till 10th December 2023. To register, visit: http://ore.do/dronerace