500 synchronized drones complement fireworks for NYE in Singapore

500 drones all set for New Year's Eve aerial acrobatics

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"The performance flow is very intricate and extreme care was put into making sure (the drone component) was done right." The drones, each about the size of an outstretched palm, will be flying in pre-programmed formations, with the drones manoeuvring as close as 1m from each other. They are operated via a GPS flight system. Getting the drones to synchronise with the show's other components was no easy task, said Ms Teng Mun Kit, a senior manager from event organiser Avex Asia. "It's a very tedious process. Even before we decide on which formation would be good for the drones, we have to take into account first the music and the fireworks," added Ms Teng.

I've seen some outlets trying to take a pollution angle on it, but I'm doubtful because of the inputs for making a drone vs. a firework and how much electricity it takes to have a drone do a prolonged flight while powering high-intensity lights.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qwd1znU3h8

My first search for follow up on this lead me to all the stories about drones being using for NYE here in the U.S.

For security.

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