Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2002: An Index to AVweb's Coverage

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2002: An Index to AVweb’s Coverage

Editorial Staff

Sunday, October 13, 2002 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The 31st annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in 2002 was a globally attended event, attracting pilots and spectators from all over the world.
It is described as a massive spectacle celebrating the magic of hot air ballooning and is reputedly the world's most-photographed event.
AVweb's Senior News Editor Mary Grady covered the Fiesta, filing a special report and two parts of an image gallery.

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SPECIAL REPORT: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2002

Now in its 31st year, Albuquerque’s annual extravaganza of ballooning attracts pilots and spectators from all over the world. It’s a massive congregation of the devoted and the dilettante, a celebration of the mystery and magic of this most ancient form of flight, and pure spectacle. AVweb’s Senior News Editor Mary Grady was there, and filed this report.

Balloon Fiesta 2002 Image Gallery, Part One

They claim this Balloon Fiesta is the most-photographed event in the world. AVweb’s Mary Grady was one of the photographers this year, and she gives us just a taste of the event.

Balloon Fiesta 2002 Image Gallery, Part Two

More images from the Fiesta, including the return of the cow. Next year, you’ll just have to see it for yourself!