Hot Air Balloon Crash Injures Three in Albuquerque

Hot Air Balloon Crash Injures Three in AlbuquerqueHot Air Balloon Crash Injures Three in Albuquerque Albuquerque, New Mexico – Three people were injured on Sunday after a hot air balloon crashed in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The incident occurred at around 6:30 a.m. near the intersection of Tramway Boulevard and Paseo del Norte. According to witnesses, the balloon was attempting to take off when a sudden gust of wind sent the basket crashing into the ground. Three of the four passengers on board the balloon were injured. Two of the passengers sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to a local hospital. The pilot, who was the only person not wearing a helmet, sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to a hospital for treatment. The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the crash. Preliminary findings suggest that the gust of wind may have exceeded the balloon’s operational limits. The hot air balloon industry is generally considered safe, with very few accidents occurring each year. However, as with any type of aviation, accidents can happen. This incident is a reminder of the importance of following safety guidelines and checking weather conditions before participating in hot air balloon rides.