This year marks the 52nd anniversary of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Back in 1972, balloons were not so common in Albuquerque, and Sid Cutter was the go-to guy as a balloon pilot himself and acquainted with other balloonist in New Mexico and around the country.
The weather was perfect when he got to New Mexico, said Dennis, who flew under the alias “Captain Phairweather”. He was quoted at the time as saying he had brought good weather with him. He s on the hook again, as pilots hope predictions for opening weekend are fair. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2022: Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival Draws Global Audience to US (See Pics).