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Sydney Drone Show Crashes Mid-Air

Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
May 26, 2026
Duration
1:33
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Last updated
May 27, 2026

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Eighty-nine drones crashed into Sydney’s Darling Harbour during a Vivid Sydney show, triggering safety protocols and canceling upcoming performances. Caused by unexpected radio frequency interference, the drones triggered failsafes after losing positional accuracy — not a planned spectacle, but a chaotic spectacle nonetheless. Skymagic and officials are i…

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Eighty-nine drones crashed into Sydney’s Darling Harbour during a Vivid Sydney show, triggering safety protocols and canceling upcoming performances. Caused by unexpected radio frequency interference, the drones triggered failsafes after losing positional accuracy — not a planned spectacle, but a chaotic spectacle nonetheless. Skymagic and officials are investigating, with the first-ever drone shows at Vivid Sydney now on hold until safety is assured. Support the show:Get a discount at https://s

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