NAFL Outdoor Season Opener: Ministik Park Drone Race (Open Class)
OVERVIEW
We are excited to host our chapter’s next MultiGP drone race in Edmonton, Alberta!
All skill levels — first-timers encouraged — spectators welcome.
VENUE
We will be racing at the Ministik Park greenspace in Strathcona County, located Southeast of Edmonton on Highway 14. Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WJJ9BcKho9tuqg5s7
RACE FORMAT
All pilots will get to participate in a practice heat and approximately six qualifying heats in the morning, followed by races in the afternoon. The race format will ensure pilots are matched with other pilots of similar skill level.
TRACK
The track will be designed and set up on the morning of the race and there will be a walkthrough to explain the race course and answer questions.
PILOT REQUIREMENTS
As we are a MAAC (Model Aeronautics Association of Canada) club and our insurance comes from MAAC, all pilots need a MAAC membership. You can sign up for MAAC at the event. If cost is an issue, let us know and we can help: https://maac.ca/membership/join
Individual pilots are responsible for ensuring they meet all Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR) requirements. Reminder that all aircraft above 250g must be registered with Transport Canada and pilots must have at least basic RPAS certification.
DRONE REQUIREMENTS
This will be an OPEN CLASS race: Maximum AUW 800g, maximum battery charge of 4.35v per cell, maximum size 305mm (diagonal between motors).
Video transmitters must be set to 25mw using either Analog or HDZero on Raceband channels 1 through 8. DJI and Walksnail drones are permitted but will fly in separate heats to prevent conflicts with other video systems.
ENTRY FEE
For this event, the race fee will be a $10 donation toward either the Veteran’s Association Food Bank or toward the Lazerte high school athletic programs. Links to donate are below, and cash works too:
Food bank: https://buy.stripe.com/dR616eeFw8iA1Ne145
School athletics: https://buy.stripe.com/7sIcOW9lc6asdvW9AC
SCHEDULE
First hour: Setup / check in / Track walkthrough
Morning: Practice and qualifying heats
Afternoon: Racing!
Last 30-60 minutes: Teardown / clean up
NEW PILOTS
Whether you’ve raced before or you’re new to FPV and this is your first-ever race, you’re welcome here. Our #1 goal is for every pilot to have fun, meet other pilots, and enjoy the experience. Please sign up on MultiGP (see link below).
Please arrive early so we can help you get set up and answer questions.
Checklist of things to bring, if you have them (and if not, we have loaners!):
– FPV goggles
– Radio controller
– Drone and batteries
– Food, snacks, and beverages (there are no food options nearby)
– Battery charger (AC power is available but limited; extension cords and power bars/power banks are helpful)
SPECTATORS
Spectators are welcome in designated safe viewing areas at a minimum distance of 30m from the flight line.
UPDATES / QUESTIONS
Any event updates and discussions happen in our club Discord in the Lets-go-flying channel. You can join the Discord at https://bit.ly/YEGFPV
CONTACT
Questions? Reach out on the Help channel in our Discord (see above) or contact George at info@northernalbertaFPV.ca.