AF-1 UAV
Solar powered UAV
About Us
Team FALCONS is an eight-member university engineering group from Dokuz Eylül Üniversitesi in Türkiye, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology. Composed of one advisor and seven student members, the team operates through highly organized, specialized subsystems spanning mechanical, electrical, and software engineering. Driven by a commitment to domestic production and hands-on innovation, the team manages the entire development lifecycle in-house. This comprehensive approach includes structurally simulating the airframe, manufacturing physical components using a custom-built CNC foam cutter, and engineering proprietary electronic systems like a bespoke Power Distribution Board (PDB) and Maximum Power Point Tracker (MPPT).
AF-1 UAV
The AF-1 UAV is an innovative, solar-assisted fixed-wing aircraft designed for autonomous, long-endurance environmental monitoring and early wildfire detection. Featuring a 5-meter wingspan and an optimized takeoff weight of approximately 8 kg, the glider-style UAV leverages integrated solar arrays to harvest energy in-flight. By utilizing a custom MPPT system, the aircraft generates more power than it consumes during peak sun hours, demonstrating the operational feasibility of perpetual flight. To maximize endurance and minimize payload weight, the platform employs a unique hybrid software architecture. Instead of relying on heavy onboard computers, the UAV streams live telemetry and video footage to a ground-based Virtual Private Server (VPS), where proprietary AI algorithms process the imagery in real-time to instantly detect and locate environmental anomalies.
Competition Timeline
A timeline of our competition teams and achievements over the years.
TEKNOFEST TUBITAK Free Mission Competition
Location: Istanbul, Türkiye.
Our team is currently in the second stage of the highly competitive TEKNOFEST TUBITAK Free Mission competition, showcasing our custom-built UAV designed for dynamic and flexible mission parameters.
TEKNOFEST Technology for Humanity Competition (AFAD)
Team placed 1st overall in the reports category and 9th in the projects category.
Location: Istanbul, Türkiye.
Competing in the Technology for Humanity category Sponsored by AFAD, our team developed innovative UAV solutions for disaster management and humanitarian aid, demonstrating exceptional technical documentation and project execution.
Yemen Dostluk ve Dayanışma Derneği Yaratıcılık ve İnovasyon Yarışması 2025
Team won 3rd place overall.
Location: Istanbul, Türkiye.
In this creativity and innovation competition, our team showcased unique approaches to UAV technology, successfully securing a podium finish and highlighting our commitment to engineering excellence.
Current Team
Yazan
Saleh Binbisher
Yazen leads Falcon team toward innovation and success
Yazan
Saleh Binbisher
Yazen leads Falcon UAV, overseeing all technical and organizational operations. A forth-year Applied Physics student and UAV pilot, he ensures the executive functions effectively.
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Al khatib
Iyad is the Vice President and Electrical Unit Lead for Falcon team
Iyad
Al khatib
Iyad is the Vice President and Electrical Unit Lead for Falcon UAV, he is a third year student in theElectrical Engineering department. He is also a member of the Saudi Falcons Club.
Taha
Mardinli
Taha is the Vice President and Avionics and Software Unit Lead for Falcon team
Taha
Mardinli
Taha is the Vice President and Avionics and Software Unit Lead for Falcon UAV, he is a third year student in the Electrical Engineering department. He is also a member of the Saudi Falcons Club.
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Siraji
Ahmed is the Mechanical Unit Lead for Falcon team
Ahmed
Siraji
Ahmed is the Mechanical Unit Lead for Falcon UAV, he is a third year student in the Aerospace` Engineering department. He is also a member of the Saudi Falcons Club.
Khaled
Bahabri
Khaled is the PR & Outreach & media Manager for Falcon team
Khaled
Bahabri
Khaled is the PR & Outreach & media Manager for Falcon UAV, he is a third year student in the Aerospace` Engineering department. He is also a member of the Saudi Falcons Club.
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Khalil
Taha
Khalil
Jaser
Elsadig
Jaser
Elsadig
Muhammed
Muslim
Muhammed
Muslim
Tamim
Al-Nahari
Majed
Babelli
Majed
Babelli
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Abdulkadir
Farah
Abdulkadir
Farah
Lamido
Manga
Lamido
Manga
Abdullah
Al Abed
Abdullah is an Assitant professor at Sabahattin Zaim University .
Abdullah
Al Abed
Abdullah over looks the menifacturing and structure engeeniring part of the projects.
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Karatay
Barış is a engnerring professor at Dokuz Eylul University .
Barış
Karatay
Professor Barış Karatay Helps our team in many ways and provide support in all aspects be it aerodynamics or software and electrical, also guides us in competition applications.
Sponsors
Follow Our Flight Plan
Falcons at TEKNOFEST 2025
This year’s finals at Teknofest “Technology for Humanity” our UAV project exemplifies the spirit of showing how bold ideas turn into meaningful solutions. Every milestone is driven by team spirit, dedication, and the support of our community.
Falcon UAV
We are thrilled to announce that Falcons UAV has secured 2nd place at the YDT Innovation Competition! This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our entire team in designing, building, and testing our UAV.
2nd Place at YDT Innovation Competition
Hey Every one we are happy to announce that Falcons team will be at YDT Creativity and Innovation Conference at 13 August 2025 - İstanbul!
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2025 AF-1 UAV Production, journey and greate team spirit short video ...
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Solar panels thermal test for our UAV.
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Behind the scenes: early moments from the making of our first prototype and machining parts using high precision 5-axis CNC
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