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New Climate-studying Imager Makes First Balloon Flight

Source: NASA.gov Understanding Earth’s dynamic climate requires knowledge of more than just greenhouse gases. One of the key measurements scientists measure is reflected solar radiance, or the amount of outgoing sunlight energy scattered from Earth’s surface and atmosphere. Watching solar … Continue reading

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Verascope Glass Slides of a Balloon Derby That Took Place in London in 1909 Are Offered in Auction

About 175 black and white photographs of a gas balloon race held over London in 1909 are being auctioned by Dominic Winter Auctioneers of Cirencester, Gloucester.

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The National Balloon Museum Offers Ballooning Education

Source: Sioux City Journal By Terry Turner Just south of Des Moines in Indianola is the National Balloon Museum. The museum is dedicated to educating the public on the history and current developments in the science and sport of ballooning.

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Oh, to Slip the Bonds of Earth

Source: New York Times ByCharles McGrath A Floating Historian’s Hot-Air Adventure: Richard Holmes, author of “Falling Upwards,” takes a ride in a balloon.

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Officials Respond to Lockheed Martin Potential Akron Plant Closure

Source: Akron Beacon Journal Lockheed Martin Corp. has drafted contingency business plans that include closing its Akron facility and moving its hundreds of jobs elsewhere.

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