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Michael âThe Rolling Pilotâ Glen is as passionate as ever about hot-air ballooning.
Nearly a decade has passed since our last contact with Glen, who inspired many with his personal journey as a paraplegic hot-air balloonist. Losing the use of his legs in a car accident at 21, Glen rose above many challenges and competed in balloon festivals all over the country.
He still flies on his own and has had the opportunity to meet and take up other people with disabilities through many organizations, including the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation.
Unfortunately, the ballooning community has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention strongly advising against large gatherings. So, balloon festivals have been grounded.