Festival features mass ascensions, contests, aerobatics
Star-Telegram
Aviation has long been a major part of North Texas, but the flying doesn’t typically involve balloons and propane.
But this weekend, 40 hot-air balloons are at the DFW Summer Balloon Classic at Midway Regional Airport, near Midlothian on U.S. 287.
"Balloons and fireworks are the two things that cross all ages and demographics — everyone likes them," said Debby Standefer, a veteran balloon pilot who organized the event.
At least twice a day, at sunrise and late evening, most of the balloons will go up at the same time in what is called a mass ascension.
About half the balloon pilots will compete this morning in target challenges, and the balloons will light up the sky tonight. Several aerobatic airplane teams will fly on Sunday afternoon in a mini air show.
The event is free, but parking is $10.
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