Sky Pilot Obstacle Run
Build the course with your bodies, then fly the drone right through it.
About
Sky Pilot Obstacle Run is a flexible, technology-driven team challenge. Teams must guide a drone carefully through eight obstacles formed by the team members themselves, from take-off all the way to landing on the launch pad.
Teams begin by studying eight obstacle cards, each showing a complex human formation. Together they analyse the cards and plan their choreography: who stands where, when they move and who does what.
Every person gets a turn at flying the drone. Teams practise and refine their moves, finding faster and smarter ways to form each obstacle, before taking part in the final timed race.
The winning team is the one that involves every player and coordinates its movements with the greatest speed and precision. Along the way, teams discover how much communication it takes to keep a drone steady while everyone else is moving around it.
Learning outcomes
Sky Pilot Obstacle Run puts planning, communication and precision at the heart of teamwork. Teams must design a clear sequence of moves and stick to it under time pressure.
The pilot relies completely on the people forming the obstacles, and they rely on the pilot. That mutual dependence builds trust and shows how every role affects the result.
Practice rounds encourage continuous improvement. Teams review what slowed them down, adjust roles and try again, getting noticeably faster each time.
Because every person takes a turn at the controls, everyone experiences leading and supporting. The activity is inclusive, energetic and easy to run indoors or outdoors at venues across Europe, and it leaves teams with a strong sense of shared achievement.
Program flow
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Briefing
Teams learn the rules, meet their drone and get a first feel for the controls in a safe space.
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Study the cards
Teams analyse the eight obstacle cards and plan who forms each shape and when.
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Practice runs
Every member takes a turn at flying while the others practise forming the obstacles.
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Refine
Teams look for faster, smarter ways to form each obstacle and improve their timing.
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Final race
Teams fly the full course against the clock, and the fastest precise run wins.
What is included
Included
- Professional facilitators on the day
- Drones and safety equipment
- Obstacle cards and course markers
- Flight instruction
- Timing and results
Not included
- Venue hire
- Catering and refreshments
- Audiovisual equipment
- Coach transfers
- Branded materials
Frequently asked questions
How many participants can take part?
From 10 to 500, split into smaller teams.
How long does it last?
Around 1.5 hours, including the briefing and wrap-up.
Has anyone flown a drone before?
It does not matter. Everyone receives simple instruction, and the drones are easy to control.
Can it run indoors or outdoors?
Either. We can run it indoors, outdoors or a mix of both, depending on the venue and the season.
Is it physically demanding?
Not really. Forming the obstacles involves light movement, suitable for most people.
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