10/6/09 The top of the balloon is actually gathered into a ball as the top is pulled up, as the air is let out, the balloon start to collapse and they have a tie connected to the top to pull out away from the basket.
10/6/09 We have landed!! This is how the balloon looks inside before it's deflated!
10/6/09 A beautiful view of downtown Albuquerque and the surrounding area!
10/6/09 Panoramic view of Albuquerque with a hint of sunshine poking through.
10/6/09 The mighty Rio Grande!!! Swirling through Albuquerque as it finds it's way to the Gulf of Mexico!