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FlyPixl is a sustainable alternative to fireworks shows. The drone light show company is based on a taxicab business structure in which, those who wish to perform their own drone light show can do so without having to purchase all

FlyPixl is a sustainable alternative to fireworks shows. The drone light show company is based on a taxicab business structure in which, those who wish to perform their own drone light show can do so without having to purchase all the drones themselves. The company’s aim is to make drone light shows more affordable to the general public to limit the amount of fireworks used. Around 283 million pounds of fireworks are used every year in the U.S., but fireworks come with disadvantages. Two of the biggest disadvantages are sound pollution and air pollution. Sound pollution affects children, some people with PTSD, and even animals. My Uncle, for instance, is a veteran who served in Iran and when he came home could not watch fireworks because of his PTSD. Thinking back to these moments made me want to create a way for everyone to experience light shows without being caused pain or regurgitated trauma. Another disadvantage of fireworks is that are expensive and can only be used once. In 2021, the U.S. spent around 2.2 billion dollars on fireworks. Drone shows, while currently running from around $50,000 to $200,000 can be reused meaning the overall cost over time will pay for the drones and keep providing light entertainment. FlyPixl also plans on renting out a substantial number of drones to independent contractors to create light shows, which will allow the price of drone shows will drop because of supply and demand. This will make drone shows more affordable and a competitive rival to fireworks. I am prepared to start FlyPixl with the support system I have created at ASU and through my connections. ASU has created networks for me to make FlyPixl a reality. They have connected me with ASU’s sporting coordinator who can connect me with the pyrotechnics who schedule the fireworks during the sporting events at ASU. I have also been connected with a drone shop in Arizona that can tell me more about the maintenance of drones and the more technical details of drone sales. Before ASU, I had connections through my family. My mother currently works for Intel, one of the leading companies producing light show drones. Similarly, my brother is a computer engineer who has researched the costs and efficiency of building drones and maintaining them. My father works as an accountant and has helped me think through the logistics of a rental company ensuring the maintenance of drones and a profit made for FlyPixl. I am currently contacting experts in different fields to learn more about the environmental effects of drones and costs and upkeep.

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    • Light Up the Sky: FlyPixl Drone Light Show Company
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    2023-05
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