<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>Verge Aero and ASTM International have formed a task group to develop drone show safety standards.</li><li>This initiative follows drone show accidents, including one in Orlando in December 2024.</li><li>The drone industry is invited to participate in creating safety standards to address growing concerns.</li><li>Drone light shows have gained popularity at various events but safety remains a critical issue.</li><li>ASTM's task group will focus on technical guidelines for drone show operations.</li><li>Nils Thorjussen from Verge Aero will lead the group and it is supported by the FAA.</li><li>Interested parties can join the task group by contacting Verge Aero.</li><li>Verge Aero released a white paper outlining five crucial elements for safe drone light shows.</li><li>Key aspects include navigation redundancy, up-to-date software, geofence systems, reliable communication, and training.</li><li>Verge Aero promotes their own safety systems in the white paper.</li><li>The drone industry is urged to prioritize safety measures to prevent future accidents.</li></ul>

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