FAQs
Address
1321 Technology Dr #101, Barnwell, SC 29812
Main Event Dates
Friday, October 17th from 2:00PM to 9:00PM
Saturday, October 18th from 7:00AM to 9:00PM
Sunday, October 19th from 7:00AM to 9:00PM
Campsite Check In:
Friday, October 17th from 2:00 PM
Campsite Check Out:
Monday, October 20th by 10:00 AM
Please note special Check In and Check Out dates for Platinum Passes below.
PLATINUM PASS SCHEDULE
Check In:
Thursday, October 16th from 10:00 AM
Check Out:
Monday, October 20th by 10:00 AM
VIP Dinner: Thursday, October 16th at 6:00 PM - Build & Repair Room
Flight Line Info
Can be found HERE
Mandatory Registration form
Can be found HERE
Fail Safe Info
Can be found HERE
Will Remote ID be required on drones?
No! Remote ID is not required at Rotor Riot per FAA approval. Special thanks to FPV Freedom Coalition for gaining approval from the FAA for Rampage!
Click Here for a copy of the official approval letter.
rampage 2025 SCHEDULE
Subject to change, a final copy will be provided at check-in.
Will there be food?
Yes!
Are meals included with my ticket?
Platinum Pass Holders: All meals from Thursday lunch through Sunday dinner are included with your ticket.
General Admission Guests: Meals are not included with your ticket, however, we have a caterer on-site, and meals cost $15 for breakfast, lunch and dinner. *General Admission meals for purchase begin with dinner on Friday night and end with dinner on Sunday night.
What meals are available during Rampage?
We’re serving up meals all weekend long - from Thursday through Sunday, you can grab breakfast, lunch, and dinner right at the event site. All meals are prepared on-site and include sweet tea, unsweet tea, and lemonade with every service.
Breakfast:: 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM daily.
Lunch: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM daily.
Dinner: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily.
What’s on the menu?
Here’s a taste of what’s being served throughout the weekend:
*Menu’s are subject to change
Thursday
Lunch: Club sandwiches, wraps, pasta salad, and chips
Dinner: Smoked brisket, smoked chicken, sauces on the side, mac and cheese, collard greens, coleslaw, honey butter cornbread, banana pudding.
Friday
Breakfast: Enhanced continental breakfast, assorted breakfast pastries and muffins, loaded breakfast casserole, veggie breakfast casserole, French toast casserole, fruit
Lunch: Baked Spaghetti, garlic knots, ceaser salad
Dinner: Lemon herb chicken, rice pilaf, sautéed green beans, rolls, mixed green salad w apple cider vinaigrette, pumpkin pie
Saturday
Breakfast: Enhanced continental breakfast, assorted breakfast pastries and muffins, loaded breakfast casserole, veggie breakfast casserole, French toast casserole, fruit
Lunch: Hamburgers and hot dogs with all the trimmings, cowboy beans, and chips
Dinner: Chicken casserole, cinnamon-vanilla sweet potatoes, lemon butter broccoli, rolls, garden salad, and strawberry shortcake
Sunday
Breakfast: Assorted pastries, muffins, breakfast casseroles (meat & veggie), French toast casserole, and fruit
Lunch: Taco bar (menu to be finalized)
Dinner: Chicken parmesan, penne with lemon, butter and pecorino, Catalina vegetable medley, rolls, apple cobbler
Do meals include drinks?
Yes — every meal includes sweet tea, unsweetened tea, and lemonade (self-serve). Water stations are also available throughout the event area.
Are vegetarian or dietary options available?
Yes! We’ll have vegetarian casserole and pasta options, plus plenty of sides and salads. If you have specific dietary needs (vegan, gluten-free, etc.), please contact us ahead of time and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Where are meals served?
All meals will be served in the main dining area near event registration. Seating will be available both indoors and outdoors (weather-permitting), and we’ll keep the vibe casual — eat, hang out, and recharge before heading back to the flight lines.
When Can I START FLYING at Rampage?
It depends on what ticket you have purchased:
Pilot Pass Flying Hours:
Friday, October 17th from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Saturday, October 18th from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Sunday, October 19th from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Platinum Pilot Pass Flying Hours:
Thursday, October 16th beginning at 10:00 AM
Friday, October 17th from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday, October 18th from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Sunday, October 19th from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Can I Arrive Early To Set Up My Tent + RV?
Yes! Camping Passes will allow you to enter Rampage Grounds at the following times:
Campsite Check In Begins: Friday, October 17th at 2:00 PM
Campsite Check Out: Monday, October 20th by 10:00 AM
However, you may only fly at the times defined by your Pilot Pass.
Note: Glamping Tents and accessories WILL NOT be set-up or pre-assembled. Camping gear will be given to you at registration. Must be taken down and returned by 10:00 AM on Monday.
How will frequency be handled?
There are 7 different flight lines on a 750 acre property. All flight lines will be running 4 pilots at a time on either EVEN or ODD channels based on proximity to the nearest flight line. The exceptions are 100 Gates and Micro Mayhem, which will be running 8 pilots at a time. To make your experience at Rampage the best it can be, make sure you know how to change your channel! For help, refer to our “Know Before You Go” video that will be emailed to you along with Welcome Information prior to the event.
Flight Line Channels:
Junkyard:
Analog: 2, 4, 6, 8
Digital: 2, 4, 7
The Pit:
Analog: 1, 3, 5, 7
Digital: 1, 3, 5, 6
The Nook:
Analog: 2, 4, 6, 8
Digital: 2, 4, 7
Container Chaos:
Analog: 1, 3, 5, 7
Digital: 1, 3, 5, 6
Treestyle:
Analog: 2, 4, 6, 8
Digital: 2, 4, 7
Bandoland:
Analog: 1, 3, 5, 7
Digital: 1, 3, 5, 6
Micro Mayhem:
Analog: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Digital: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Riot Runway:
Analog: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Digital: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
How much will I be able to fly?
We will have 7 different flight lines at Rampage! In order to keep every flight line moving for all pilots, each pilot will have a 4 minute flight time and 5 minutes for retrieval. Don’t worry, if you can’t find your drone within 5 minutes, you can wait for the next group to fly and go out and look again during the next 5 minute retrieval time.
GTI is a 750 acre facility, how will we get around?
There will be a safe walking path to each flight line that stays clear of all active fly areas. Please make sure to stay on the designated paths and do not go through restricted areas. There will also be a Rampage Golf Cart Transportation System running from a central location to each flight line.
How many drones can I bring?
As many as you want. However, each and every drone you bring into the festival MUST be presented for the Fail Safe Check, and pass. We will allow up to 3 drones per person to be checked at once.
OK, what is the the “Fail Safe” Procedure?
The Fail Safe Check is short and simple so we can make sure your craft is safe to operate.
See the Fail Safe Check page for more information on how to perform this.
What if it rains?
This is a RAIN or SHINE event. Unless you’re afraid of melting, come anyway.
Is there an age limit or requirement to attend the RAMPAGE?
This is not a child specific related event, however persons of any age may attend the event.
If attending for the day only persons 15 and older are permitted without a parent or guardian.
If staying on-site overnight all persons must be 15 and older, or have a parent/guardian present with them.
Parents and Minor Attendee will be required to agree to and sign a "PARENTAL CONSENT, RELEASE and WAIVER of LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION of RISK, and INDEMNITY AGREEMENT"
Can I fly wherever I want?
Ummmm – NO! There are designated flying areas. For both safety and legal concerns all flying must be contained within designated areas. Any area not specifically designated as a flying area is off limits. Anyone flying outside of designated areas will be removed from the event. Oh, and if you happen to cross into bordering DOE territory your drone will be a total loss, completely unrecoverable. But don’t worry, we’ll have the areas well marked, plus you are all super skilled pilots, right?
Can I come just for a day?
Of course you can, however, the prices for both Pilot Pass and Spectator Pass tickets are the same whether you attend one day or both.
What if I get hurt?
First of all, don’t get hurt! If it’s like you need a bandaid, or an eyewash we’ve got that covered. There will be a First Aid Kit at every flying area for minor injuries, the kind that don’t require a doctor or stitches. We will also have a trained / licensed EMT present on-site through the whole event for anything beyond a minor scrape.
Liability Release / Hold Harmless?
That means if you get hurt, you won’t sue us. Every person attending the RAMPAGE will be required to sign a Liability Waiver for Rotor Riot RAMPAGE, as well as a Hold Harmless Waiver for the venue owner GTI. These will be signed when during the on-site registration/check-in process.
CAN I ENTER THE EVENT WITH A CAMPING PASS?
No. You must have either a Pilot Pass or Spectator Pass in order to enter the event. Additionally the camping pass lets you set up a tent and RV at the event.
Is This An AMA Event?
No this is not an AMA event. At this time the event is in no way affiliated with, sanctioned by, nor connected to the AMA.
Can I volunteer to help at Rampage?
YES! Thank you for asking! If you’re interested in volunteering, we have two options available through the link below.
Volunteer & Flight Line Manager Sign Up
Didn’t find the answer to your question? Feel free to contact us!
Please use the email (support@rotorriot.com) or call +1 (844) 89 DRONE during our business hours of 11am - 4pm EST