Universal Studios Orlando cancels drone component of their nightly show

Universal Orlando show 'Cinesational'

The Universal Studios Orlando show 'Cinesational' a 22-minute display that brilliantly combines music, lights, water, fireworks, and innovative drone technology.

ORLANDO, Fla. - Universal Studios Orlando has canceled the drone component of their nightly show "Cinesational".

A company spokesperson stated, "We have currently paused the drone component of Cinesational: A Symphonic Spectacular. Guests can still enjoy the show nightly at Universal Studios Florida."

Universal did not state as to why the drone component was canceled.

However, it comes after the tragic drone incident that took place at Lake Eola this past weekend.

Alezander, a 7-year-old boy, was hurt during that show after being hit by a falling drone, his parents, Adriana Edgerton and Jessica Lumsden, told FOX 35 News. On Sunday, he underwent open-heart surgery for his chest injury.

Alezander is recovering from heart surgery after he was hit by a drone during holiday drone show mishap in downtown Orlando. (Credit: Jessica Lumsden)

Lumsden told FOX 35 News on Tuesday that their son, Alezander, is stable following surgery. In a statement, she shared that he is "still being monitored but remains determined to walk again." The family will spend the Christmas holiday in the intensive care unit (ICU) by his side.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the incident.

The NTSB confirmed to FOX 35 News on Tuesday that memory cards from the drones involved will be sent to the NTSB recorders laboratory in Washington, D.C., for analysis. A preliminary report is expected within 30 days, but details on the probable cause of the crash and any contributing factors may take 12 to 24 months to be released.

7-year-old recovering from surgery after drone show malfunction

FOX 35's Marie Edinger provides the latest information as a 7-year-old recovers from open heart surgery due to being hit by a drone that malfunctioned during a holiday show in downtown Orlando.

Officials noted this was the City of Orlando's second year contracting Sky Elements as its drone operator. Meanwhile, the City of Ocala recently renewed a two-year agreement with the same vendor.

This story is developing. Stay tuned for updates.

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