Clark Hot Air Balloon Fiesta
Today is the start of the 18th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta. The annual event, which is held at the Omni Aviation Complex at Clark Airport in Pampanga, features aircraft static displays, skydiving exhibitions, ultralights , aircraft flybys and maneuvers, and of course, hot air balloons. A parachutist drops in The colorful hot air balloons, which comes in different shapes and sizes, participate in different activities, such as races, "night glows," flights, and being inflated while on the ground for the benefit of the spectators. While these are going on, paragliders would buzz overheard and do some stunts to the delight of the crowds. A Dornier Alphajet Several airline companies and individuals also participate in the static displays. I have seen a trainer (a Dornier Alphajet) in one of the displays, owned by the owner of a local airline. The Philippine Air Force, Army and Navy also display their equipment. So far I've seen a Nort...