Balloonist to establish Trans-Atlantic Crossing record
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Tuesday, July 3, 2007
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David Hempleman-Adams left St. John's at approximately 9:30 p.m. local time on July 2, 2007 from St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador in a small helium filed balloon in an attempt to make the Trans-Atlantic crossing in the smallest balloon ever to make such a crossing. The final destination of the landing is not known and will be determined as the flight nears its end. The craft is made of light weight material with just enough space for necessary equipment and cooking implements. The basket is small and has openings in the side for Hempleman-Adams to extend his legs as he sleeps. Hempleman-Adams is hoping to make the crossing in three to four days and reach Europe by July 5 or 6th.
Sources
- "In cramped basket, balloonist lifts off for Atlantic crossing" — CBC News, July 3, 2007
- "Flying to Europe in a Helium Balloon" — VOCM (AM), July 3, 2007
- Press Release: "David Hempleman-Adams departs Canada for a World Record Transatlantic Flight" — Toshiba, July 3, 2007 ((Word document))
External link
Toshiba Challenge - official site
