Maker Faire Rome 2025: Maker Lab Room 10, where children and teens build drones

The Micro Drone Construction Workshop is a hands-on activity designed to introduce children, teens, and adults to the world of drones. Following the success of previous editions, Extreme Fliers returns to Maker Faire Rome 2025 with an educational and truly fun experience. The workshop runs continuously.

These are the hours: Friday, October 17, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM; Saturday, October 18, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM; Sunday, October 19, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Participation is free, and the activity is repeated every 30 minutes throughout the day. Recommended age: 8+ (even younger children, if accompanied).

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How it works

Each participant will receive a complete kit of components and instructions (translated into Italian) to assemble their own mini drone. Assembly takes about 20 minutes and is done in small groups (2 people per table). Upon completion, the participants will immediately begin their flight test with the assistance of expert instructors.

The activity runs every half hour throughout the day. You can reserve your slot directly at the Extreme Fliers stand. Spaces fill up quickly, so arriving early is recommended.

What you learn

• The basics of drone flight and stability
• The main components of a quadcopter
• How to assemble and test a working electronic device
• Manual skills, attention to detail and the satisfaction of “doing it with your own hands”

Chi è Vernon Kerswell

Founder of Extreme Fliers and creator of the Micro Drone, Vernon Kerswell is a London-based engineer and inventor. Passionate about robotics since childhood, he participated in competitions like Robot Wars and designed the first accessible Micro Drone in 2008, with the idea of ​​making flight technology accessible to everyone. He appeared on the British television program Dragon’s Den and lived in China to learn industrial manufacturing techniques. Today, he travels the world presenting his projects and inspiring young inventors.