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Oasis Uses Drones to Paint the Chicago Sky

Now, legendary British band Oasis has embraced the newest tool in the showman's toolkit: a massive drone light show.

Rafael SuárezAug 30

A Dragoon Sender drone caught fire after failing to hit its target during attack drone testing near Fort Wainwright, Fairbanks, Alaska. Credit: Courtney Albon, Defense News.

DJI

U.S. Drones Stumble in Alaska: A Wake-Up Call for Military Tech

the U.S. military’s recent test of small, long-range attack drones at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, was less a triumph and more a lesson in humility

Rafael SuárezJul 24

Australia

ATSB report released after 400+ drones crash during light show

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has released its final report on a drone light show gone wrong, where 427 of the 500 drones plummeted into Victoria Harbor, Australia, in July 2023. The show was held in support of the Matildas, Australia’s national women’s soccer team, ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Drone…

Josh SpiresJul 20

Drones crashed to the ground during a Christmas-themed show at Orlando’s Lake Eola Park on December 21, as reported by MosquitoCoFL/X.

United States

FAA Grounds Major Drone Show Operator Following Orlando Holiday Show Incident

A holiday drone light show gone wrong in Orlando has triggered widespread industry repercussions, with the Federal Aviation Administration suspending a prominent drone show operator’s licenses and multiple high-profile events canceling their planned aerial displays. The incident, which resulted in the hospitalization of a 7-year-old boy, marks a critical moment for the rapidly growing drone…

Haye KestelooDec 31

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Soaring Into the Holidays: Season’s Greetings From DroneXL!

Dear DroneXL Readers, As we soar into this holiday season, we wanted to take a moment to thank you for being part of our incredible drone community. Whether you’re capturing stunning aerial photographs of snow-covered landscapes, enjoying holiday drone light shows, or simply enjoying the pure joy of flight, you make our community special. Remember…

Haye KestelooDec 25

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Child Critically Injured After Drone Show Malfunction Prompts FAA Investigation

Multiple drones plummeted from the sky during a holiday light show in Orlando, Florida, resulting in the hospitalization of a 7-year-old boy who required emergency cardiac surgery after being struck in the chest, reports CNN. The incident raises serious questions about safety protocols and regulatory oversight of increasingly popular drone light shows. The December 21st…

Haye KestelooDec 23

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Fullerton College Pioneers First West Coast Drone Bachelor’s Degree Program

A groundbreaking development in drone education is taking shape at Fullerton College, where the institution is set to launch its first-ever bachelor’s degree program. The Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems, scheduled to begin in fall 2026, marks a significant milestone as the first program of its kind on the West Coast. The…

Haye KestelooDec 4

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Tesla Wows Crowd with Spectacular Drone Show at “We, Robot” Event

Tesla dazzled attendees with a stunning drone light show at its “We, Robot” event in Burbank, California on October 10, 2024. The aerial spectacle, which took place at Warner Brothers Studios, was part of the company’s grand unveiling of its new Robotaxi and other autonomous vehicle technologies, as reported by Brandon on X. A Sky…

Haye KestelooOct 11

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