After months of planning, 2,977 drones took flight to put the Twin Towers back in the New York City Skyline in a poignant 9/11 tribute

A striking drone display has temporarily restored the silhouette of the Twin Towers to New York City’s skyline as part of commemorations marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Nearly 3,000 drones formed a precise, large-scale replica of the iconic towers, offering a fleeting but powerful visual tribute to the site’s history. The light show, synchronized with music, aimed to honor the lives lost while reflecting on the enduring impact of the event. The event underscores both the technological innovation behind the display and the ongoing cultural significance of the World Trade Center’s legacy.

Ahead of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, 2,977 drones put the World Trade Center back into the New York City skyline. The drones recreated a 1:1 scale replica of the Twin Towers, ma ...