The sky above Madrid was transformed into a three-dimensional canvas for 12 minutes, thanks to a synchronized aerial choreography performed by 1,000 drones. This event, the first of its kind in Spain on such a scale, was commissioned by the Community of Madrid and supported by Indra, with execution by the Spanish technology company UMILES.
The aerial exhibition recreated some of the region's most emblematic images, including the Puerta del Sol and Kilometer 0, the Crystal Palace, the El Escorial Monastery, the Royal Palace of Aranjuez, and the University of Alcalá de Henares. Additionally, cultural references to the painter Goya were included, blending history, art, and technology.
Thousands of people gathered in the Cuña Verde park, located in the Latina district, to witness this free and public spectacle. The visual experience was notable for its combination of technological innovation and cultural richness.
“"The May 2nd spectacle demonstrates how far the combination of engineering, software, and creativity can go when applied to large-format events. Operating 1000 drones simultaneously requires a technical and operational capability that places this type of production on a new level."
This deployment represents a significant advancement in aerial shows in Spain, utilizing the maximum number of drones permitted to fly simultaneously in the country. The execution demanded high precision, with advanced navigation systems, real-time control, and strict security protocols to operate drone swarms in urban environments with complete reliability.
The Community of Madrid has promoted this technological initiative with the aim of strengthening the region's international projection, partnering with a company that has carried out over 500 shows worldwide and operated more than 40,000 drones in 2025 alone.
