Goodyear Blimps Deflated

But something new is in the air

Goodyear has let the air of the last of its blimps, but it’s not the end of its sky-high presence over sporting and other special events. The tire Company is launching a new fleet of airships – semi-rigid dirigibles that are faster, quieter and easier to fly. They also maintain their shape when the helium is drained from them. Click here for more on this story.

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