Up, up and away: Flying in a hot air balloon for the first time
Sid Cutter is known as the father of hot air ballooning in Albuquerque, and his balloon ride company still operates today.
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Sid Cutter is known as the father of hot air ballooning in Albuquerque, and his balloon ride company still operates today.
Back in 1972, balloons were not so common in Albuquerque, and Sid Cutter was the go-to guy as a balloon pilot himself and acquainted with other balloonist in New Mexico
The poster at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a fan-favorite collectible for its new design every year.
This year marks the 52nd anniversary of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Back in 1972, balloons were not so common in Albuquerque, and Sid Cutter was the go-to guy as a balloon pilot himself and acquainted with other balloonist in New Mexico and around the country.
Balloon Fiesta begins in just a few weeks, and we've dug into the KOAT Video Vault to bring you classic coverage of the 1998 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.