Thirty-eight Roadtrek'ers assembled in Albuquerque this year for the annual balloon festival. For many of us, it was the first and definately will not be the last. The celebration lasts for a week with a full schedule of events occuring from dawn to night fall. Each morning there is Mass Ascensions - a launch of all the participating balloons which as been a customary feature of Balloon Fiesta since its earliest days and is the most spectacular display of sound and color in all of aviation. During mass ascensions, balloons launch in two waves. Launch directors, also known as zebras because of their black-and-white-striped outfits, serve as traffic cops, coordinating the launch so balloons leave the field in a safe and coordinated manner. Weather permitting, balloons begin to launch at about 7:15 AM on mass ascension days, led by a balloon flying the American flag to the tune of The Star Spangled Banner. It is a very emotional site! The balloons are prepared for launch in early dawn and float into the sky and then touch down in designated landing areas. This is one of the most spectacular events that you can ever imagine.
We have put together a YouTube movie with a sound track. Turn your speakers up and click on the full-screen option in the lower right hand corner of the movie frame.
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4 comments:
Great movie. Must have been a really great time-thanks for sharing!
Oh my goodness! I had no idea how many balloons were involved. What an experience. I wanna retire and travel!
I feel like I was there after seeing these pictures. Thanks for all your hard work to create the great movies. Darlene
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