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Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sky Elements Sets Three New Guinness World Records
The nation's largest drone light show company achieves its 14th, 15th, and 16th Guinness World Records with Fourth of July weekend performances DALLAS, July 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sky Elements, the largest drone light show provider in the United States, made history this Independence Day weekend by successfully setting three new Guinness World Records. The records started the evening of July 3, when Sky Elements set a record for the largest aerial image of a cowboy hat formed by multi-rotors/drones at a show in Irving, Texas. On July 4th, Sky Elements executed an unprecedented coast-to-coast effort, flying the most live drone shows performed by different pilots in 24 hours with 25. Additionally, they flew the most live drone shows performed by different pilots in one hour with nine. "Our team's dedication and innovation led to us earning three more Guinness World Records," said Rick Boss, President and CEO of Sky Elements. "Their outstanding execution safely delivered spectacular shows to millions over the holiday weekend." The July 4 flights started at 9:00 PM Eastern Time, and the Sky Elements teams launched drone light shows nationwide from east to west over the following 24-hour period. This coast-to-coast effort showcased the company's industry-leading technology, creativity, safety initiatives, and commitment to redefining the future of entertainment. The record 25 shows were flown in Florida (Sarasota, Bal Harbour, Dover, and Surfside), Georgia (Camilla), Ohio (Columbus), Missouri (St. Louis), Wisconsin (Milwaukee), Tennessee (Nashville), Texas (Odessa), New Mexico (Los Alamos and Alamogordo), Arizona (Goodyear and Gilbert), California (Rancho Palos Verdes, San Fernando, San Pablo, Vallejo, San Jose, Irvine, and Napa), Oregon (Lincoln City and Tigard) and Washington (Airway Heights, and Des Moines). The nine cities in bold were the record for most in an hour. With each show, Sky Elements safely entertains and demonstrates the vast potential of drone light show technology by creating safe, spectacular, and environmentally friendly alternatives to fireworks. Their commitment to advancing the drone light show industry ensures they remain at the forefront of this exciting field, inspiring audiences and aspiring drone pilots. About Sky Elements Sky Elements is the largest provider of professional drone light shows in the U.S., delivering stunning aerial displays for events of all sizes, from major sporting events to corporate and community celebrations. With a top-tier in-house animation team, Sky Elements creates fully customized shows and is the first U.S. company to receive FAA approval for attaching pyrotechnics to drones, offering exclusive "fireworks on drones" experiences. Headquartered in Coppell, Texas, Sky Elements is committed to safety, innovation, and creativity, ensuring every show is memorable and secure. Discover more at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sky Elements Drones Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CBS News
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
San Jose holding July 4 drone show after Yolo County tragedy cancels fireworks show
Officials in San Jose announced that a 4th of July drone show would take place at Lake Cunningham after Tuesday's explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Yolo County led to the cancellation of the fireworks display. Mayor Matt Mahan said in a video posted on X (formerly Twitter), "You may have heard yesterday that due to the terrible tragedy in Yolo County we had to cancel our fireworks show, but your city team pivoted quickly to find an alternative." Mahan also thanked Councilmember Domingo Candelas and officials for finding a solution in less than 24 hours. The show must go on! San Jose's first-ever drone show is happening TOMORROW at Lake Cunningham. I want to thank Councilmember Candelas and the City team for finding a solution in less than twenty-four hours that will ensure families in San Jose can celebrate American… — Mayor Matt Mahan (@MattMahanSJ) July 3, 2025 Candelas spoke to CBS News Bay Area on Wednesday as they were working on a replacement event for the fireworks display. "People just want a safe avenue to celebrate the 4th of July. We're doing what we can figure out something, especially for the community, something that's unique," he said. The mayor said the company conducting the drone show is Sky Elements, who is attempting a Guinness World Record attempt for the most drone shows in a single day. Along with the drone show, city officials said the event at Cunningham Park would also include live music, family-friendly activities and more than 15 food vendors. San Jose and several other cities in the Bay Area and Northern California canceled their displays after losing fireworks in Tuesday's explosion at Devastating Pyrotechnics in the community of Esparto. Seven people remain unaccounted for following the blast. "Our hearts and thoughts are with those we lost, their families, and everyone impacted in our community. We are grateful for the swift response of law enforcement and emergency personnel. Our focus will remain on those directly impacted by this tragedy, and we will cooperate fully with the proper authorities in their investigation," the company said in a statement Wednesday. Cal Fire along with the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) are investigating.
Wall Street Journal
04-07-2025
- Wall Street Journal
The Complex Engineering Behind Firework-Firing Drones
Pyro drones are transforming firework displays by launching pyrotechnics in intricate patterns with millisecond accuracy. WSJ explores the technology behind how quadcopter fleets are changing aerial displays. Photo: Sky Elements
CBS News
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Sky Elements drones aims for world records and redemption at Irving Fourth of July celebration
Thursday night, the sky above Irving will light up with more than just fireworks. About 525 drones will take flight as part of Sky Elements' highly anticipated show at the city's Sparks and Stripes Fourth of July celebration. The North Texas-based company is aiming to set a world record for the largest aerial image of a cowboy hat. "We thought, what better way to show some Texas pride than with a giant cowboy hat in the sky?" Preston Ward, the chief pilot said. But the hat is just the beginning. On Friday, Sky Elements plans to attempt a second world record: 26 drone shows in 26 cities across the U.S., all within 24 hours. "I'm so excited about that one, because it really showcases what makes Sky Elements special, and that's the team we have," said Ward. Headquartered in North Texas, Sky Elements has quickly become a national name in drone entertainment, known for bold shows and record-breaking visuals. But this weekend's events aren't just about the displays; they're also about rebuilding trust. Drone company temporarily grounded after child injured during Florida show In December, one of the company's holiday shows in Orlando went wrong when several drones malfunctioned and fell into a crowd of 25,000. A 7-year-old boy was seriously injured and required emergency heart surgery. The incident triggered investigations by the FAA and NTSB, and Sky Elements was temporarily grounded. "We have made so many safety improvements since then," Ward said. "We reevaluated our process from start to finish and redesigned some of our control software to add new safety features to ensure that an accident like that will never happen again." Among the upgrades are redundant safety protocols, two pilots at every show, and a new bubble geofence system that cuts a drone's motors if it strays too far. They've also improved their internal processes and bolstered training to meet the heightened standards. "December was very rough for us and for everybody involved," Ward said. "We are just so excited to be back up and going at full speed, and to show people what we're known for, and that's doing things they've never seen before." After months of preparation, hundreds of hours of programming, and hard lessons, Sky Elements says they're ready. And for 13 minutes Thursday night, they'll light up the sky with a show that's about more than just celebration, it's about pride, precision, and moving forward.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sky Elements to set Guinness World Records this July 4th Weekend
The nation's largest drone light show company to attempt Multiple world records over the holiday weekend DALLAS, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sky Elements, the largest drone light show provider in the United States and holder of 13 Guinness World Records titles, is set to make history again this Independence Day weekend by attempting to set two more world records. On July 4th, Sky Elements will attempt to set the world record for the most live drone shows in 24 hours performed by different pilots, with 26 shows lighting across the nation from east to west. They will start the weekend on Thursday, July 3, by attempting to set a record for the largest aerial image of a cowboy hat formed by multi-rotors/drones at a show in Irving, Texas. Starting at 9:00 PM Eastern Time on July 4, Sky Elements teams will launch drone light shows in 26 locations over the next 3-4 hours, each flown by a different pilot. This coast-to-coast effort will showcase the company's industry-leading technology, creativity, safety initiatives, and commitment to redefining the future of entertainment. Each show promises a dazzling display of patriotic imagery, innovative animation, and synchronized aerial choreography. Sky Elements has consistently pushed the boundaries of drone technology, amassing an impressive 13 Guinness World Records titles. Among these, they hold the record for the largest aerial sentence formed by drones, achieved with 796 drones spelling out "Happy 4th of July 2023" in North Richland Hills, Texas, in 2023 (Guinness World Records). They have also set records for the largest aerial flag and logo using 1,592 drones at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando and the most remote-operated multirotor drones launching fireworks simultaneously with 1,200 drones in Mansfield, Texas. Additionally, their holiday drone show featuring 1,499 drones set records for the largest fictional character and largest aerial image, showcasing their ability to create intricate and massive displays that captivate audiences nationwide (Sky Elements Nutcracker). As they gear up for their next world record attempt, their legacy of innovation and excellence continues to grow. With each show, they entertain and demonstrate the vast potential of drone technology in creating safe, spectacular, and environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional fireworks. Their commitment to advancing the drone light show industry ensures they remain at the forefront of this exciting field, inspiring audiences and aspiring drone pilots. About Sky Elements Sky Elements is the leading provider of professional drone light shows in the U.S., delivering stunning aerial displays for events of all sizes—from major sporting events to corporate and community celebrations. With a top-tier in-house animation team, Sky Elements creates fully customized shows and is the first U.S. company to receive FAA approval for attaching pyrotechnics to drones, offering exclusive "fireworks on drones" experiences. Headquartered in Coppell, Texas, Sky Elements is committed to safety, innovation, and creativity, ensuring every show is memorable and secure. Discover more at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sky Elements Drones Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
