Drone & Robotics Innovations Lab
From the ground to the sky, we are equipping the next generation of leaders from the Fort Bragg community. Our programs bridge the gap between trauma and technical mastery.
Home of Team 8016: The Intergalatic Space Llamas
Our flagship robotics team, the Intergalatic Space Llamas (8016), represents the pinnacle of our mission. In 2024, the team earned the prestigious Engineering Inspiration Award—a NASA-sponsored honor that recognized their impact on the community and secured their place at the FIRST World Championship in Houston.
When you invest in this lab, you are supporting world-class engineers who have already proven they can compete and win on the global stage.
Drone Flight Training
Mastering the skies through FAA fundamentals, aerial mapping, and public safety applications on our 82-acre Legacy Campus.
Competitive Robotics
Year-round engineering for Team 8016, focusing on advanced CAD design, mechanical prototyping, and software automation.
Workforce Innovation
Connecting youth and veterans to emerging careers in aerospace, defense, and environmental engineering.
Join the Mission
Whether you are a student ready to join the Space Llamas or a donor looking to fund the next World Championship run, connect with us today.