Festiwal balonowy w Albuquerque

Pilots gather for a briefing just before sunrise prior to the start of the 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, N.M., on Satu...

A fly-over by The Chili Flight Team, and a candlelight burn by balloon teams followed the national anthem during he 52nd Albuquerque International Bal...

Hot air balloons take off during the mass ascension at the 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday, Oct. 5, 20...

Pilot Brad Rice of Rio Rancho, N.M., prepares to take off in his balloon during the mass ascension at the 52nd Albuquerque International Fiesta in Alb...

Spectators watch as hot air balloons take off during the mass ascension at the 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, N.M., on...

The Albuquerque Police Department's (APD) Horse Mounted Unit patrols during the 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, N.M., on...