DJI Opens Drone Arena in South Korea

The DJI Arena Training Ground. (Image courtesy of DJI.)

Hobby unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have allowed more people than ever to take to the skies. While not everyone is excited about the prospect, Chinese drone manufacturer DJI has taken the next step in making drones accessible by building a drone arena and training ground in South Korea.

The 1,395-sqft. arena is set in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, 49 kilometers south of Seoul and includes many of the things a prospective drone pilot would look for in a training facility.

The tracks include LED-lit rings with matching seats for the pilots, as well as space for spectators with multiple screens showing the action from the drone’s point of view. The warehouse containing DJI’s arena is also built for safety, with nets that prevent any wayward UAVs from escaping. A workshop area allows the pilots to maintain and recharge their drones to keep them in proper working order.

The DJI Arena Maintenance Room. (Image courtesy of DJI)

"DJI is committed to making aerial technology more accessible and easier to learn for anyone who wants to use it, and the DJI Arena is a great example," said Moon Tae-hyun, DJI Korea's country manager.

"We hope to provide a safe and fun environment for people to experience the technology first hand, whether they are skilled enthusiasts or someone who is just curious to learn. Best of all, the indoor venue will provide a space for people to fly all year round despite weather conditions outside."

The venue will have staff and experts on hand to help those without experience in flying drones, using DJI’s own models for practice in their Flying Academy.

(Image courtesy of DJI.)

Recently, DJI has opened multiple brick and mortar locations to complement its online shop, and the company seems to be making strides in expanding the growing drone market in East Asia. While South Korea has fairly strict laws surrounding drone use, they are relaxing some of these and expanding zones for flying UAVs.

The arena is now open and accepting reservations. For more information on DJI and its drone models, visit the company website and YouTube channel.