Seoul to host international drone racing World Cup in October
The Seoul Metropolitan Government said it will host the "2026 Seoul International Drone Racing World Cup" on Oct. 23 and 24 at Gwangnaru Hangang Drone Park in eastern Seoul, where pilots will fly high-speed racing drones through obstacle courses using first-person-view goggles. Now in its second year, the event will draw about 60 pilots from 10 countries who will compete through qualifying rounds…
The Seoul Metropolitan Government has announced plans to host the 2026 Seoul International Drone Racing World Cup on October 23-24 at Gwangnaru Hangang Drone Park. The event will feature 60 pilots from 10 countries competing in high-speed drone races through obstacle courses using first-person-view goggles. In addition to the racing events, the World Cup will offer hands-on activities such as drone basketball, drone fishing, drone simulators, career counseling, drone assembly, and coding classes for children and teenagers.
The winning pilot will receive the Seoul Mayor's Award and a cash prize of 5 million won ($3,600). This marks the second year of the event and aims to introduce young people to drone technology and potential careers in the field.
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