Another had hidden flaps to conceal explosive effects.
One jacket was fitted with a battery belt generating 3,000 volts to light the 36 strobe lights on it. Two outfits were 9 feet tall, 7 feet wide, and weighed 40 lbs each, with fibre optic lights controlled by a computerised laser. The outfits were designed by Michael Bush and Dennis Tompkins, who worked with Jackson to gain an idea on what he wanted, and aimed to "bring his ideas to life". Around 2 tons of clothing was transported. The cargo included 1,000 lights, 10 miles of electrical cable, 9 video screens, and 168 speakers. Upon arrival, the equipment was transported across Europe by 65 lorries. However, problems regarding its civilian aircraft certification led to Jackson using a Federal Express Boeing 747 instead. In June 1992, a Russian Antonov AN-124 cargo jet, then the world's largest operating airplane, was booked to transport the equipment and stage set from Los Angeles to London for the opening European leg. Jackson commented: "I am looking forward to this tour because it will allow me to devote time to visiting children all around the world, as well as spread the message of global love, in the hope that others will be moved to do their share to help heal the world". It was revealed that Jackson planned to perform across Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Australia, with no dates in the United States or Canada. He aimed to raise $100 million for the charity by Christmas 1993. Jackson explained his sole reason for touring once more was to raise funds for his newly-formed Heal the World Foundation to aid children and the environment. The event, attended by 200 people, was organized by Jackson's sponsor Pepsi with the artist also present. Following the release of his eighth studio album Dangerous in November 1991, a press conference was held on Februat Radio City Music Hall in New York City to announce the Dangerous Tour. Initially he planned not to tour again and concentrate on making albums and films. In January 1989, Jackson finished his Bad tour, his first as a solo artist, which had grossed over $125 million. Jackson performing in 1992 in Monza, Italy (top) and Lisbon, Portugal (bottom). A leg in 1994, featuring shows in North America, was scheduled, but ended up being cancelled when Jackson announced he was seeking rehabilitation for his dependency on painkillers. At the tour's end, it grossed over $140 million and was attended by over 4 million people. It began in Munich, Germany, on June 27, 1992, and concluded in Mexico City, Mexico, on November 11, 1993, playing 69 concerts in Eurasia and Latin America. All profits were donated to various charities including Jackson's own " Heal the World Foundation". The Dangerous World Tour was the second world concert tour by American singer Michael Jackson to promote his eighth studio album Dangerous.
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