Dubai's Dazzling Drone Shows Spark Creativity, Costs, and Concerns

Mar 17, 2025
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Summary

Dubai's booming drone show industry sparks creativity and jobs, but high costs, uneven pay, and automation concerns overshadow the dazzling displays using hundreds of choreographed drones that replace traditional fireworks.

Key Points

  • Dubai's drone show industry is booming, creating new jobs for creative workers like 3D artists and drone pilots.
  • The average drone show in the Middle East uses over 400 drones and costs over $112,000, more expensive than traditional fireworks.
  • While the industry is rapidly growing, the work is seasonal with uneven pay, and increased automation raises potential safety risks.

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