The SAFEDrone program at iLEAD Lancaster is a versatile 21st-century educational learning tool that helps learners to apply STEAM and aviation concepts with the goal of developing the skills and mind-sets required to be safe drone pilots. By implementing SAFEDrone’s S.A.F.E. (Simulated Action First Education) initiative, learners first train in a simulated, risk-free environment, allowing them to focus on the control and operation of a quadcopter prior to using small UAVs to skillfully maneuver and compete in an obstacle course.