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Goodyear deflates final blimp as new dirigible arrives
Goodyear ends 90 year blimp era at Carson air station by deflating Spirit of Innovation. The semi rigid Wingfoot Two will replace it later this year, offering higher speed and quieter engines while maintaining the blimp look. The gondola and other parts go to museums, envelope recycled.
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Goodyear
South Bay
Carson Air Station
Innovation
Wingfoot Two
Carson
Florida
Ohio
California
Ogden
Spirit of Innovation
Columbia
Eagle
Matthew St. John
St. John