Fossett will use a bigger balloon this time, and control its altitude by working a propane ethane burner.

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Fueled by Albuquerque's crisp fall climate and predictable air currents that allow balloonists to control their flights, the Balloon Fiesta attracts some 700 balloons from more than 50 countries.

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