Pyrotechnic display featuring drones in Buchy

A demonstration to showcase the new hybrid formats

In Buchy, Celesta organised a technical demonstration combining a pyrotechnic display and a swarm of light drones, designed to showcase to local authorities the possibilities offered by these hybrid formats, which are still relatively uncommon.

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Creating a dialogue between light drones and pyrotechnic displays

The exercise involves synchronising two technologies with very different approaches: the programmed precision of drones and the controlled spontaneity of pyrotechnics. The result offers a much wider range of effects than a traditional fireworks display.

Two sets of regulations, one production process

This type of show is governed by both European Regulation 2019/947 on drone flights and Decree No. 2010-455 on the pyrotechnic elements. Celesta’s teams manage these two regulatory frameworks in parallel, with dedicated teams for each technical aspect.

A glimpse of what tomorrow’s town show will be like

Given the restrictions sometimes imposed on pyrotechnic shows during periods of drought, this type of demonstration enables local authorities to plan for hybrid solutions that can adapt to climatic constraints without compromising on the scale of the show.