ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Pilots received the green flag for the eighth day of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.

The green flag was raised around 6:31 a.m. for Saturday’s mass ascension. The morning patrol began around 6:13 a.m. with the 44th Army Band performing the national anthem.

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The green flag has been raised! Saturday Mass Ascension is a go! The Albuquerque Box is in effect today. The Chile flyover is at 7am. Enjoy!

— Balloon Fiesta (@balloonfiesta) October 12, 2024

Good morning and welcome! Rise bright and early for day 8 of Balloon Fiesta! Stay tuned for more information on today’s events.

— Balloon Fiesta (@balloonfiesta) October 12, 2024

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