12 Sept 2009 at the Great Reno Balloon Races. This balloon was not a participant in the races or competitions, but was tethered to the ground for the purpose of giving rides to children (without floating off in the breeze and landing somewhere else). This video shows it getting filled up and taking its first flight.
I'll have more video from the event posted in the future. I'll have to compile them. The balloon race is the largest hot-air balloon event in the United States, with more than 100 balloons going up during the "mass ascension" shortly after dawn. They then participate in contests such as throwing beanbags from the balloons at targets on the ground.
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