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Palm Springs Ballooning Gains Popularity for Air Sports
Palm Springs could become a hub for hot air ballooning as weather and sea level conditions suit balloonists. Optometrist Dr George Elmstrom of Playa del Rey calls Palm Springs ideal for ballooning, while Bob Reeds of the Windrifters notes the growing sport and its large community of enthusiasts nationwide. The article explains balloon construction, rigging, and the propane burner that keeps balloons aloft.
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California
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