LED Studio has revealed it successful test flight of a drone-mounted LED curtain, an ultra-thin and transparent mesh display.
The trial aimed to highlight how airborne LED technology can be used for visual storytelling at events, live shows and cultural landmarks, opening new possibilities for immersive, sky-based experiences for entertainment, advertising and public engagement applications.
Weighing 1.2 kg per sq. m., the LED curtain features a slim mesh to reduce drone load and support stable flight, engineered with up to 70% transparency and high wind permeability for reliable use in outdoor, low-altitude conditions.
The system supports scalable configurations through multi-piece splicing, with standard screen sizes ranging from 2x4 metres up to 4x10 metres for use with large-format displays.
The mesh has a 50,000 hour lifespan and IP65-rated protection for long-term outdoor use. The structure can fold and roll down to a compact volume of 90 sq. m. per cubic metre to minimise transport and labour requirements.
Content can be uploaded and managed through several control options, including a dedicated app, USB, live WiFi from a PC, or 4G with one-click programme sending for integration with pre-scheduled and live content delivery systems.
Content can be uploaded and managed through several control options, including a dedicated app, USB, live WiFi from a PC, or 4G with one-click programme sending, allowing seamless integration with both pre-scheduled and live content delivery systems.
The display is compatible with RF5 drone models, supporting payloads of up to 50 kilograms, with a flight endurance of up to 20 minutes to enable choreographed flyovers and synchronised visuals as part of live shows or promotional campaigns.
Rob Bint, CEO of LED Studio, commented: “As a company that lives and breathes innovation in LED, we’re always looking at what new mediums, formats or technologies will define the future of visual experience. Drone-lifted LED curtains are one of those concepts that stretch the boundaries of what’s possible. They have the potential to change how we approach events, live shows and even architectural storytelling.”
“Our role as a company isn’t just to build displays; it’s to lead the conversation about where LED can go, and how it can reshape the spaces and skies around us.”