F1 in Schools Professional Class,

About the event

✅ What is F1 in Schools Professional Class?

F1 in Schools is an international STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) competition where student teams design, build, and race miniature Formula 1 cars. It’s recognized globally as the premier STEM challenge for students aged 9–19.

Within the competition, there are different levels:

1. Entry Class / Rookie Class

• For newcomers.

• Simpler technical requirements.

• Lower budgets.

• Typically, national-level competitions.

2. Development Class

• Intermediate category.

• More complex engineering.

• Step up from Rookie Class.

3. Professional Class

This is the highest level of the competition. It’s the “top league” in F1 in Schools.

Key Features of Professional Class:

✅ Advanced Engineering Standards

• Teams must comply with highly detailed technical regulations similar to those of real F1.

• Involves advanced CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations, and wind tunnel testing.

• Aerodynamics, weight, and materials are optimized for performance.

✅ Manufacturing Excellence

• Cars are CNC-machined or 3D-printed to tight tolerances.

• Teams often innovate with new materials or manufacturing techniques.

✅ Innovation & Branding

• Professional Class teams produce:

  • A highly professional enterprise portfolio detailing branding, management, and financials.

  • A pit display that showcases their engineering process and brand identity.

• Teams must handle sponsorships, budgets, and marketing like a real F1 team.

✅ Competition at World Finals

• Professional Class teams qualify for the F1 in Schools World Finals.

• Competition is fierce, featuring the best teams from around the globe.

✅ Higher Costs and Sponsorship Needs

• Costs can reach thousands of dollars (or AED) for:

  • Car manufacturing.

  • Pit display builds.

  • Travel and accommodation for World Finals.

  • Marketing and printing.

✅ Broader Educational Scope

• Professional Class is not just about racing cars:

  • Project management.

  • Public speaking.

  • Graphic design.

  • Teamwork and leadership.

  • Engineering documentation.

• Teams are scored on both technical excellence and business/enterprise skills.

In Short:

“Professional Class in F1 in Schools is the elite tier of the competition, where high school students operate like a professional F1 team — designing an advanced race car, creating a business brand, and competing at an international level for engineering and enterprise excellence.”

Airborne F1’s Context:

Why should you sponsor?

Why Partner with Airborne F1?

Partnering with Airborne F1 offers [Company Name] a unique opportunity to:

✔ Enhance CSR Impact & Youth Engagement
- Directly contribute to STEM education and skills development for youth in the UAE.
- Align with national initiatives promoting innovation and sustainable development.

✔ Gain Powerful Brand Exposure
- Logo placement on our car, uniforms, pit display, and printed materials showcased at regional and international events.
- Co-branded content opportunities, including videos, social media campaigns, and press releases.

✔ Reach a High-Value Audience
- Over 100,000+ digital impressions annually across platforms including Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
- Direct exposure to educators, students, industry professionals, and government stakeholders at events like:
    - National Finals (2,000+ visitors onsite)
    - World Finals (10,000+ global online audience)
    - STEM workshops reaching 100–200 students per session in UAE schools
    - Online webinars attracting 300–500 viewers per session

✔ Participate in Unique Activations
We’re developing initiatives like the:
> “Airborne STEM Speed Challenge powered by [Sponsor]”
> - An innovation contest inviting UAE students to submit CAD designs or sustainable solutions, co-branded with your organization.
> - Winners receive prizes sponsored by your brand, and your company is prominently featured in all media coverage.

This kind of activation delivers:
- Tangible CSR impact
- Compelling storytelling content
- Authentic engagement with future engineers and technologists

Return on Investment (ROI)

We understand sponsorship is an investment. We’re committed to providing measurable ROI through:
- Detailed reports on digital engagement, media coverage, and event reach
- Analytics on sponsor-specific posts (views, likes, shares, demographics)
- Visual documentation of branding presence in all our physical and digital assets
- Data on audience demographics and regional engagement

yatish Karthik

Yatish Karthik — Team Principal & Portfolio Manager, Airborne F1

As both Team Principal and Portfolio Manager of Airborne F1, I bridge strategic leadership and creative execution to guide our team in the Professional Class of the F1 in Schools World STEM Challenge.

In my role as Team Principal, I oversee all facets of our operation — from engineering innovation to team coordination — ensuring our project stays aligned with our values of precision, sustainability, and technical excellence. I’m responsible for managing:

• Project planning, timelines, and resource allocation.

• Coordination across technical, design, sponsorship, and marketing teams.

• Risk assessment and problem-solving under tight deadlines.

• Leading our team through high-pressure competitions and presentations.

As Portfolio Manager, I transform our team’s journey into a compelling narrative, crafting:

• Our Enterprise Portfolio that details technical processes, branding, and business strategy.

• Consistent, professional documentation and visuals for competitions and sponsors.

• Presentation scripts and supporting materials for judges, partners, and the public.

My dual role allows me to merge leadership with storytelling, ensuring Airborne F1 not only builds a competitive race car but also presents a brand and vision that resonates with sponsors, judges, and the global STEM community.

Throughout our journey — from winning awards like the Enterprise Portfolio Award and Best Pit Display Award in the Rookie Class, to stepping up to the Professional Class — I’ve remained committed to elevating Airborne F1 as a team driven by innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

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