STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering & Math – drives the advancement of Central New York industry. Mentorship & hands-on activities provide key mechanisms for encouraging & sustaining student involvement in STEM. CNY Drones’ experienced & enthusiastic volunteers provide the link between sparked interest & Central New York’s drone education & employment pipeline – year-round! Learn More About CNY Drones!

U.S. Drone Soccer

AMA Region II Affiliate

NY/NJ League & Technical Support Hub

Contact CNY Drones or U.S.Drone Soccer with questions – any time!

Revitalize STEM interest In Your School!
Easy-entry, full-team hands-on involvement!
Building & flying skills linked to drone education & employment!
No purchasing annually themed field elements!
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CNY Drones Event Participation

2022 Annual Participant Consent & Release Form – all pilots at events & meets

Academy of Model Aeronautics Membership

Safety Info We adhere to health & safety requirements of meeting & event host locations.

Outdoor Recreational Drone Pilot Safety

Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) (AMA administered)

FAA Drone Registration – Register Your Drone!

STEM Focused. Community Supported. Volunteer Driven.

This site, social media accounts and the many great programs planned by CNY Drones are made possible by a great group of dedicated volunteers from the drone community in Central New York State! CNY Drones exists fiscally under the Griffiss Institute‘s 501(c)(3) & through the generosity of organizations and individuals who believe in our mission. Since 2016, we’ve been here for students & educators. We were NY’s first AMA Model Aviation Student Club & are proud to be the US Drone Soccer New York State / AMA District II Affiliate. All events are planned & run by members of the Academy of Model Aeronautics, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of model aviation as a recognized sport as well as a recreational activity. We adhere to all AMA Guidelines in addition to FAA Regulations to promote a safe flying community.

Last site update: Aug 12, 2022 @ 7:20 am

Administrator – Lisa Marie Payne