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September 19, 2019

We Wait!

Yes we wait! Those on the ground at Gordon Bennett Headquarters, those who manned the Command Centre 24 hours over 4 days as support for the […]
September 16, 2019

Cows + 63hrs 38mins airborne!

Monday September 16 At noon after 63 hrs 38mins airborne the current standings are Swiss 2 936.58km, Spain 1 793.95km and Swiss 1 close behind at […]
September 15, 2019

The Aussie Way! ZONZO – to wander!

Ground support for GB pilots during the race of the year vary differently. The top GB competitors have an established headquarters often in various cities or […]
September 15, 2019

Where? When? Why?

As I write the teams have been airborne approximately 24 hours. They have completed their first night and would be committed to another day in their […]
September 14, 2019

Track the balloons across Europe

https://live.gordonbennett.aero 20 gas balloons launched into the night sky from Montbeliard airport France last night. Perfect flying conditions will allow the teams long flights to fulfil […]
September 13, 2019

Gordon Bennett Team Launch Sequence

Master briefing done. All participants departed to prepare for the Opening Ceremony held at the impressive Musée de l’Aventure Peugeot. All guests enjoyed a sparkling evening […]
September 12, 2019

Count Down – 36 Hours!

Count Down to Gordon Bennett Launch – 34 hours! 34 Hours! 20 amazing hydrogen filled balloons will stand poised ready to float skywards through the night […]
September 11, 2019

Welcome to historical Alsace France

Welcome to Historical Alsace, France Bienvenue! Cobbled streets, building dating back prior to 14th Century. My eyes and ears are alive with seeing and hearing the […]