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Corona: Verge Aero raises salute to America’s health workers

On Tuesday evening, Verge Aero delivered an aerial tribute to medical staff and essential workers on the frontline of the Covid-19 pandemic. The display of gratitude took place opposite the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and The Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania as part of the global #LightItBlue and local #PhillyShinesBlue campaigns, not far from Verge Aero’s Pennovation Works offices at the University of Pennsylvania.

The aerial light show was launched from Philadelphia’s Franklin Field football stadium, adjacent to the hospital complex. 140 drones configured themselves into images up to 400 feet above the ground, making themselves visible throughout the University of Pennsylvania campus and medical center as well as far away across the Schuylkill River in downtown Philadelphia.

The drone light show featured images designed to offer hope, thanks, and love. There were also reminders to wear masks, wash hands, and maintain social distancing. Emergency vehicles with lights flashing appeared in front of the hospital to announce the start of the drone light show. “The show was planned to ensure maximum visibility for those inside the hospital and allow them to view the show while maintaining social distance,” says Verge Aero CEO Nils Thorjussen.

Given the urban environment and proximity to multiple hospital helipads, the show required careful coordination across the University, especially the Division of Public Safety and the PennStar Flight Program, as well as with the City of Philadelphia and the FAA. Representatives from the FAA also appeared on site to inspect the system and ensure the show would be flown safely and in keeping with FAA regulations.

In accordance with stay at home mandates, #LightItBlue focuses on buildings with existing LED lighting or video screen technology which can be remotely programmed. Due to its system design, including advanced pre-programming and control capabilities, Verge Aero’s fleet of drones could be deployed by two trained technicians, who were able to work while observing social distancing guidelines.

(Photos: Verge Aero)

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