Michael Glen, who calls himself the world's first paraplegic hot air balloon pilot, flew his balloon during the Colorado River Crossing Balloon Festival. Video by Janet Chasse
A Yuma Sun photographer and reporter had the chance to take a ride on Maria Chieruzzi's 'Lofty Idea' balloon during the first day of the Colorado River Crossing Ballon Festival.
Getting a hot air balloon upright is a team effort, from filling the canopy with fans, heating the air to tip the basket, and getting the balloon light enough to move away from its close neighbor. Video by Janet Chasse