The Plaid Pilot Podcast: Aviation Training and More

A Brief History of Ballooning

October 03, 2023 Todd Weld Episode 19
The Plaid Pilot Podcast: Aviation Training and More
A Brief History of Ballooning
Show Notes

This week, Lynne Newton of the Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum joins me to talk about the 239 year old history of ballooning from 18th century Versailles to the Balloon Fiesta that takes place in Albuquerque every year. She also gives us some insight into getting into the hobby.

Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum website: https://www.cabq.gov/artsculture/balloonmuseum

Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum Instagram: @balloonmuseum

Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AlbuquerqueBalloonMuseum

Email Me: todd@theplaidpilot.com

Music by Monday Hopes