FUN AND EDUCATIONAL AT THE SAME TIME. This drone was developed to introduce students to the many uses drones have in today's world in a fun, exciting, and competitive way. Your students will be laughing while engaged in learning basic flight terms and principles through STEM education.
MANNED AND AUTONOMOUS FLIGHT. This drone provides opportunities for both manned and autonomous flight operation. Start by flying using the included R/C controller and then transition to controlling it via block-based or Scratch coding using the app. The app also enables you to use the drone's onboard camera, which transmits images and video to your smartphone via Wi-Fi.
CONNECTIONS TO REAL-WORLD CAREERS. Learn how drones arre being used in careers such as UAV drone pilots, software developers, construction inspectors, air traffic controllers, photographers, videographers, electric power line installers, urban planners, power plant operators, surveying and mapping technicians, wildlife biologists, firefighters, and so much more!
MADE FOR COMPETITION. The Echo Drone is competition-ready! Watch as it zips through the competition course and heads on to the champions podium.
SPECS. This drone weighs 85 g and can allow for a 20 g payload. Flight time ranges from 8-10 minutes. Compatible with smartphones, tablets, computers, or Chromebook.
Description
From capturing beautiful aerial photography to assisting with dangerous search and rescue missions, drones represent one of the world's fastest-growing and most exciting technologies. Now, you can bring the thrilling experience of flying drones along with everything that goes into successfully introducing these machines to your students. Safe to fly both indoors and in windless conditions outdoors, the durable Echo Drone can perform aerial acrobatic moves, fly up and down and all around in three speeds, capture photos, and record short videos to a connected device. It is a great alternative to the Tello! The Echo Drone features best-in-class technology fit for education. Students can start by flying their drone using the included R/C controller and then transition to controlling it via block-based or Scratch coding using the app. The app also enables you to use the drone's onboard camera, which transmits images and video to your smartphone via Wi-Fi. With Echo, you can prepare students for exciting future careers and watch learning take flight.