Regulations from the Sports Administration Center of Model Aeronautics, Radio, and Sports of the General Administration of Sport of China stipulate: Drone athlete grades are divided into Level 3, Level 2, Level 1, and Master Level. 

    Level 1 and Master Level: Require achieving top 3 individual placement in national competitions (e.g., National Youth Drone Competition, Feibei Competition) and passing written exams on "Drone Flight Principles" and "Aviation Regulations." For example, the champion of the 2025 National Youth Drone Competition FPV Racing group might directly apply for Level 1 Athlete.

    Level 3 / Level 2: Achieve top 8 individual placement in competitions organized by provincial education/sports departments (e.g., Provincial Youth Drone Championships).