Pirates Stage 2nd-250th Patriotic Drone Show After Win, Featuring Flaming Bald Eagle
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Updated · Fox News · May 30
Pirates Stage 2nd-250th Patriotic Drone Show After Win, Featuring Flaming Bald Eagle
1 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 30
Pittsburgh staged a patriotic drone show over PNC Park after beating the Minnesota Twins on Friday, with one centerpiece image showing a bald eagle spreading wings that appeared to shoot flames.
The display was tied to the United States' 250th anniversary celebration and was presented as a high-tech alternative to traditional fireworks during the postgame festivities.
The Pirates have scheduled two drone shows this season, with fireworks nights still mixed into the entertainment calendar.
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