Our Tools
What we use to create our shows
Firefly creates every part of the drone show ecosystem. Hardware, software, and the tools that bring it all together. Our integrated platform is built from the ground up to make drone shows faster to design, easier to launch, and more reliable in the field. From the precision of our Gen2 drones to the power of the Studio App, Pilot App, and our immersive 3D Viewer, each tool works seamlessly with the next to give creators, operators, and clients a smooth, professional experience from idea to execution.
Firefly 3D Viewer Model
Every Firefly show begins in the virtual world. Our proprietary 3D Viewer Model allows our team to design, preview, and test complete flight paths in real-time before a single drone takes off. Clients can explore the entire show from any angle — ensuring every cue, beat, and transition is flawless.
Highlights:
See exactly how formations will look in the real world.
Upload your show audio to preview timing, pacing, and choreography with music.
Share a simple web link with clients and partners.
Review altitude, spacing, and safety zones visually before show day.
Streamline approvals by giving clients an immersive, accurate preview of their final show.
Instantly update preview files when animations change or new effects are added.
The Gen2 Drone
The Firefly Command System is the heart of every production — a proprietary software suite that synchronizes hundreds of drones in real time. Built for stability and safety, it offers pilots a live dashboard for fleet monitoring, environmental data, and adaptive response control.
Highlights:
High precision F9P GPS for unmatched positioning accuracy.
Triple redundant IMU sensors for industry leading flight stability and reliability.
360° lighting system featuring 14 high output LEDs for maximum brightness and visibility.
Smart, quick swap batteries for fast turnaround and back-to-back shows.
Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA.
Purpose built safety features, including geofencing, altitude limits, and real time system monitoring.
Pilot App
The Pilot App is the operational backbone of every Firefly drone show, designed to make complex performances reliable and repeatable in the field. It allows pilots to load shows, manage fleets, and oversee missions from a single interface, reducing setup time while increasing confidence before takeoff. Built specifically for drone light shows, the app prioritizes clarity, redundancy, and situational awareness, giving teams full visibility into each drone before and during flight. From small events to large scale productions, the Pilot App ensures shows are executed consistently, safely, and on schedule
Highlights:
Upload and manage shows with a streamlined workflow.
Power on and prepare drones with minimal manual steps.
Monitor individual drones or entire groups in real time.
Built in preflight checks and system status visibility.
Battery health and readiness monitoring.
Designed for scalable operations, from hundreds to thousands of drones.
Works seamlessly with Firefly’s hardware and software ecosystem.
How We Test Our Shows
Every Firefly drone show is tested with clear intention, not assumptions. Our team validates animation performance, system behavior, and real-world execution long before show day to ensure every movement, transition, and moment performs exactly as designed.
Animation & Motion Review
Each drone animation is evaluated for clarity, scale, and motion to ensure formations read cleanly and transitions perform smoothly in the sky.
Live Flight Simulations
We fly shows in controlled test environments using production hardware to confirm timing, synchronization, and real-world performance.
Final Pre-Launch Verification
Before deployment, every show undergoes final system checks and timing validation so the approved animation is exactly what audiences see.
Contact Us
Reach out to Firefly Drone Shows to start booking your drone show today.
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