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Virtual Flight

10 Units

Launch your journey into the world of drones with VEX AIR's Virtual Flight course, where you'll learn the basics of drone operation in a safe, simulator-based environment.

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Unit 1

Welcome to VEX AIR

Get off the ground by exploring the VEX AIR Kit, and get your VEX AIR Drone Controller ready for flight.

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Unit 2

Taking Flight

Start your ascent as you learn the basics of flying in the VEX AIR Flight Simulator. Takeoff, land, and fly to new heights with throttle controls.

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Unit 3

Beginning Flight Controls

Take control of the skies by mastering pitch and yaw. Practice smooth turns and precise movement, then test your skills in a fast-paced simulator challenge.

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Unit 4

Rolling Along

Level up your flight skills with roll control and advanced steering modes. Try standard and headless flight, then choose your favorite as you tackle dynamic flight paths.

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Unit 5

Complex Maneuvering

Take your piloting skills to the next level as you combine multiple flight controls at once to fly smoother, faster, and more precisely.

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Unit 6

Movement Modes

Choose your ideal mix of speed and precision for the mission at hand as you explore movement modes on the VEX AIR Drone.

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Unit 7

A VEX AIR Drone flies through a tunnel of red rings in the VEX AIR Drone Simulator

Ring Flight Challenge

Put everything you've learned about controlling the drone to the test in the Ring Flight Challenge!

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Unit 8

Delivering Cargo

Fly your drone on a cargo delivery mission as you pick up and drop off cargo using the Magnet Module.

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Unit 9

Payload Precision

Transport orbit balls with the Motorized Hook Module as you practice safely and efficiently delivering suspended payloads with the VEX AIR Drone.

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Capstone

Capstone Challenge

Combine all the new knowledge and skills gained throughout the course to complete an open-ended challenge!

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