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1999 Hilton Challenger Balloon Fabric

1999 Hilton Challenger Balloon Fabric
(2x2.5") salvaged from the wreck of the "Global Hilton" balloon after its attempted non-stop found-the-world flight ended in disaster. The inner gas cell of the balloon failed (both pilots parachuted to safety). Little of the gas envelope was salvaged for accident investigation, what remained after the investigation concluded was discarded. Only 45 pieces were saved. The fabric is mounted below a color photo (6x9.5) of the balloon that has been signed in silver ink by pilot Dick Rutan (of Voyager fame). Striking and rare.
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