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    After completing the evening competition task, some balloons enjoy a leisurely evening flight. Here “Stellar” is still in a race to beat the setting sun. Flight elevation and landing zone restrictions can make it difficult to find a spot to land. Indianola, Iowa. by: cracibo Views[257] Mother and daughter from a “regular shaped” balloon crew watch as the special shaped balloon, Crews of families and volunteers start inflating hot air balloons for the night glow that starts after sunset. The man in orange is working the crown line, used to help keep the balloon upright. It can be a real struggle to keep the balloon upright if the winds are too strong. Indianola, Iowa. by: cracibo Views[216] Balloon pilots and co-pilots navigate using maps, GPS, and communications via radio with chase vehicles below. They are given the coordinates of multiple targets, which they must fly as close to as possible. They then throw baggies marked with their number, which judges measure for distance from target. Indianola, Iowa. by: cracibo Views[171] Every year over a hundred hot air balloons compete for ten days at the National Balloon Classic in Indianola, Iowa, USA. A balloon’s basket lies on its side, awaiting launch, while the pilot (shadow on right) watches the other balloons to gauge that morning’s winds. by: cracibo Views[170]
     
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    Photos: My Scholarship entry - A 'place' I have visited- Indianola, Iowa, USA

    Sunday, 13 Jan 2013 | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

    Everywhere I go I’m taking pictures in my mind if not with my camera. Capturing the emotions of everyday life, a picture can make any moment special, be they birthday parties, walks in the park, or families eating a meal. Those moments vastly differ in ... Read more >
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