Tuesday, November 24, 2020

BLT-62 Update on Day 24

Quick update on day 24 of the balloon's travels.  Only 5 days ago, it was cruising over the middle of the USA completing its first circumnavigation milestone.  It's been fortunate to catch fast wind streams allowing it to make good time on its 2nd trip around the world.  Altitude is holding around 37,000 feet, although it tends to drop a little when in the 140+ mph streams, but to me this just demonstrates they are holding pressure (no leaks) as it is able to rise back to float altitude when in slower winds. 

Here are some screen captures of the balloons current location and winds.  Enjoy!  And thanks to everyone who's been following along on the balloon's travels.

73 de John



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