Luiz Paulo de Assis has created 48 special-shape balloons, including 22 featured at this year’s Balloon Fiesta. For him, the ...

A fighter jet flies near a large balloon drifting above the Atlantic Ocean, just off the coast of South Carolina near Myrtle Beach, Feb. 4. Minutes later, the balloon was struck by a missile from an ...

Winds could ground the giant balloons as officials hope to prevent a repeat of 1997, when a woman was seriously injured. By Michael Gold Astronaut Snoopy might not be cleared for take off. The usually ...

It may be hard to fathom in today's high-tech world, but many nations used gas-filled balloons during both World Wars as active and passive defenses to keep enemy aircraft away from a target. We're ...

After what seemed to feel like forever, the Big Balloon Build Colorado is finally ready to unveil its unique masterpiece to visitors of all ages. Allison Dunning, owner of Balloon Art by Merry Makers ...

It was 90 degrees in Readington Township at dusk Friday when several dozen hot air balloons lifted off from Solberg Airport. The giant balloons dotting the early evening sky signaled the launch of the ...