F9U - FPV Drone Racing

F9U is the official international class for FPV drone racing. It provides a shared set of rules that helps clubs and organizers run races in a safe, fair, and consistent way, so results and event formats are comparable from one competition to another.

FPV stands for First Person View. Pilots fly small, fast racing drones through a course of gates and obstacles while watching a live video feed from a camera on the drone, usually through FPV goggles. The goal is simple: complete the course as fast as possible without missing gates.

F9U exists to bring structure to the sport. It defines how races are run, how timing and rankings are handled, and what basic safety expectations should be in place for pilots and spectators. With this framework, FPV drone racing becomes a clear and accessible sport that can be organized locally while still aligning with international standards.