Science and Exploration

Video: NASA Balloon Crashes at Liftoff

By Keith Cowing
May 24, 2013
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NASA Balloon Suffers Mishap in Australia, NASA

“Upon release, the balloon’s payload hit the ground and was dragged approximately 150 yards before hitting a fence and sports utility vehicle. No one was injured. A mishap investigation board is being convened.”

NASA Balloon Suffers Mishap in Australia, NASA

“Upon release, the balloon’s payload hit the ground and was dragged approximately 150 yards before hitting a fence and sports utility vehicle. No one was injured. A mishap investigation board is being convened.”

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