Tag: hot air balloon

Ballooning in Temecula: Love Is in the Air

April 25, 2022
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They were 200 feet above the ground, gliding over the vineyards, ranchlands and rooftops of the Temecula Valley in a hot-air balloon, when he summoned up his nerve and proposed. An hour later the newly engaged couple were back on the ground, all smiles, sipping Champagne. “She said yes!” he announced. Everyone applauded. Eight balloons…

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Hot Air Balloon Designer, Pilot Dies in Balloon Accident

July 16, 2021
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BRADFORD, Vt.—A hot air balloon designer and pilot who died after becoming entangled in gear underneath the basket of his balloon and then fell was known for his eccentricity and prowess in the industry. Brian Boland died Thursday after taking off with his balloon, which was carrying four passengers, from the private Post Mills Airport…

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5 Die in Hot Air Balloon Crash in New Mexico’s Largest City

June 26, 2021
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Five people died after a hot air balloon they were riding in hit power lines in New Mexico’s largest city and the gondola crashed to the ground, police said Saturday. The crash happened around 7 a.m. on Albuquerque’s west side, police spokesman Gilbert Gallegos said. No identities have been released, but fire officials said three…

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Hot Air Balloon Crash Near Denver Leaves Multiple Injured, Officials Say

June 20, 2021
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By Peter Sblendorio From New York Daily News A hot air balloon crash outside Denver left three people with non-life-threatening injuries early Sunday, authorities said. Three other people were considered to be OK following the crash near Swim Beach at Chatfield Reservoir, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. “Believe a strong gust of wind…

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