Dead Sea, Aug. 30 (Petra) — HRH Prince Omar bin Faisal, President of
the Jordan Esports Federation, honored the winners of the second
Hover U drone racing competition, which brought together school
students in a test of speed, precision and piloting skills.

Organized by Jordanian drone company HoverUp, the competition
required students to fly drones through a designated course, with
results determined by flight times and the efficiency and accuracy
with which competitors completed the route.

Mohammad Omari of Deir Yousef Secondary School for Boys took first
place, followed by Hashem Abu Al-Ghanam of King Abdullah II School
for Excellence in Madaba in second. Badr Bakhit of the International
Academy-Amman finished third.

Prince Omar presented trophies to the three winners, while the
remaining participants received medals and commemorative shields.

The students had undergone training through the company’s academy
ahead of the competition as part of an educational initiative
designed to introduce young people to drone technology and
first-person view (FPV) flying.

The program covered drone control, takeoff and landing, navigating
gates and racing courses, simulation racing and techniques for
improving flight times. Training also focused on precision,
concentration, rapid response and flight safety.

The competition also featured drone light displays and drifting
activities at a circuit near the event venue at the Dead Sea.

On the sidelines, HoverUp held an exhibition showcasing drones and
robotics products developed for educational and training purposes.

The company said the event is part of its efforts to develop
technology-based sports and strengthen Jordan’s position in advanced
technology and innovation.

//Petra// RZ