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Albuquerque Aerostat
Ascension Association
P.O. Box 90162
Albuquerque, NM 87199
Promoting Hot-Air Ballooning Through Education & Community
The (MAC) McDermott Athletic Center —
801 Loma Colorado Blvd, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
5:45 AM – Doors Open for Pilot Briefing
6:30 AM – Pilot Briefing Begins
Presented by Kristelle Siarza Moon and Ian Whitling
Public address by the 2025 Balloonmeistern
Updates on special events and party details
7:00 AM – All pilots released to their respective launch locations
Launch locations will be finalized based on weather conditions and site approvals, with proposed areas including schools and parks in Rio Rancho. Pilots are expected to collaborate and coordinate with one another to ensure their launch windows do not overlap or interfere.
Pilots are encouraged to park at The MAC, while crew members should use the parking areas at the Rio Rancho Library or Lowe’s. Pilots can then pick up their crew from these locations. This system operates similarly to the Balloon Fiesta N-Lot but with a more flexible approach.
Propane will be available for all pilots participating in the event. Logistics will be determined and released as soon as possible.
AAAA
Albuquerque Aerostat
Ascension Association
P.O. Box 90162
Albuquerque, NM 87199
Promoting Hot-Air Ballooning Through Education & Community