Updated: Aug 12, 2024 @ 11:29 am

NY District II Support Hub

  1. Monthly Tech Meets & Weekly Planning Committee Access
    • For information exchange & team development
    • For technical support & ongoing community connection
  2. Support Drive Folders
    • Essential items for starting & maintaining the District II Community
    • Includes team, competition, safety equipment info, references, photos, & slide presentations
  3. Technical Support Staff
    • Experienced Certified Instructors from the NYS STEM & drone community
    • Typically, <24-hour response time for most issues
  4. Contract Services
    • On-site workshops, troubleshooting, & coaching
    • Minimum of 2 instructors per session, ensuring optimal learning
    • Proven training format for superior individual learning & concept sharing
  5. Event Hosting
    • District II Kick-Off, Friday, September 27, 2024, at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, Utica
    • Monthly Tech Meets at SUNY Polytechnic Institute
    • Annual District II Championship on March 3, 2025, in Utica, NY
  6. Support for Qualifiers & Local Events
    • Loaner equipment for sanctioned events upon request
    • Networking & promotion within District II, the Northeast & Nationally
    • Advice on coaching, scrimmaging, event coordination, & workshop creation

 

Hub Collaboration

We work with our sister AMA organization, SUNY Polytechnic Institute’s University Model Aviation Student Club, linking high school students with a tech-forward college environment

DRONE SOCCER TECH

A few words about LiPo Battery Safety – from U.S. Drone Soccer…

“Battery manufacturers report that inadvertent short circuits caused by abuse during handling are the largest single source of field failures for lithium batteries. Problems associated with shorting as well as other hazardous conditions can be reduced by observing the following guidelines: 

  • Lithium batteries shall be stored and transported inside a flammables storage cabinet or fire-resistant container at all times.
  • Remove jewelry items such as rings, wristwatches, pendants, etc., that could come in contact with the battery terminals. 
  • NEVER leave packages or pallets of batteries unattended where they can be damaged by personnel or vehicles. 
  • Perform a safety inspection prior to every use. 
  • Damaged batteries shall be disposed of immediately in the nearest Safety Can.”

How to Reach CNY Drones for Support

  1. The fastest way to reach us is by phone or direct message!
    • 315-292-2002
    • CNY Drones Administrator:  Lisa
  2.  Email us!   if you’d like to add technical information, photos or video

Our Resources Make Your Resources Possible!

Development of U.S. Drone Soccer NY District II is supported by the Air Force Research Lab, Rome, NY.  Our continued collaboration with SUNY Polytechnic Institute College of Engineering & student technology clubs led by the SUNY AMA UMASC, along with our gracious fiscal agent, The Griffiss Institute, has allowed us to increase our reach.   We also thank all of our previous sponsors who invested in our STEM mission, helping us continue services for 6+ years.  We appreciate new sponsors!  Help us maintain & expand our services!  cnydrones@gmail.com

National Ongoing Support Services

 Drone Sports, Inc.

Spend your $ wisely.  We do not suggest or support other equipment.

FAA TRUST Exam

The FAA TRUST Exam is NOT required for U.S. Drone Soccer, BUT is highly encouraged for educators & students.

The exam is FREE & required for all outdoor recreational flight.  

Find more information & access to The UAS Safety Test (TRUST):   

https://trust.modelaircraft.org (Academy of Model Aeronautics)