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Photo Gallery: Farewell Mass Ascension Photo Gallery: Farewell Mass Ascension

The 2011 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta wrapped up Sunday with great flying weather for the Farewell Mass Ascension.

 
Photos: Balloons soar in mass ascension Photos: Balloons soar in mass ascension

Overnight rains quit in time, but the wind still had a few tricks up its poofy sleeves before pilots could launch in Saturday's mass ascension at the …

 
Rainy Friday morning at Balloon Fiesta Rainy Friday morning at Balloon Fiesta

Launch officials waited as long as they could Friday before deciding a stubborn storm was still too close for safe flying of morning events at the Albuquerque …

 
Balloon Fiesta special shapes Thursday Balloon Fiesta special shapes Thursday

What was to be a special shapes mass ascension instead turned into a celebration on the ground as winds aloft prevented the morning launch on Day 6 of the …

 
Photos: Balloon Fiesta Hold 'em Photos: Balloon Fiesta Hold 'em

Light rain threatened Tuesday mornings festivities but a weather window allowed for a full competition day.

 
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Balloon Fiesta contract up with city

The contract between the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and the City …

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