| 08/28/01 -- Today
Rochester Balloon Company, LLC announces the acquisition of another balloon
system for the company fleet. The new balloon system is an Aerostar RX-8 S57A
with a 90,000 cubic ft. size envelope. The balloon is patterned the same as our
original balloon with bright red fabric and large white diamonds around the top
and bottom of the envelope. Manufactured in Sioux Falls, SD this balloon has
been flown around Albuquerque, NM, Houston, TX and Westfield, IL before landing
in Rochester, MN. The balloon will be named "Wildfire Sr." to represent the
larger version of our two balloons. The basket is an Aerostar 'Rally' made with
sewn wicker and leather trim. There are two complete redundant burner systems on
board each capable of 18 million BTU's/hour. There are also two 15 gal propane
tanks, instruments and many additional accessories. "Wildfire Sr." will be used for hot air balloon rides and promotions through out
the Rochester, MN area. With it's larger capacity and envelope size we will be
able to carry additional passengers during those warm Summer months. If you should see us flying be sure to stop and say
hello to the crew and passengers.
For additional information on rides and hot air balloon promotions
refer to the listings below.
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Last Updated
07/27/2009
