Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta kicks off with bearable heat

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The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta starts with a colorful mass ascension and attracts hundreds of thousands of spectators and pilots.

The warm temperatures this year are expected to break records, with highs reaching above average levels.

Pilots may experience shorter flights due to the prolonged heat, needing less fuel to lift the balloons.

Generating lift by heating the air inside the envelope is essential for flying in warmer temperatures.

Despite the warm weather, the event features unique balloons with 16 making their debut, including one modeled after the Taiwanese sea goddess Mazu.

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