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Hot air balloon makes emergency landing in California backyard
A hot air balloon carrying 13 people made an emergency landing in a homeowner's backyard in California. The pilot reported that the landing was necessary due to a lack of fuel after winds diminished. (sources: abcnews, cbsnews, nbcnews)
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ModernAction Briefing
The pilot of a hot air balloon was compelled to land in a backyard after the balloon ran out of fuel. Thirteen individuals were on board at the time of the landing.
- The hot air balloon was carrying 13 people.
- The pilot made the emergency landing due to dying winds and fuel depletion.
- The landing occurred in a residential backyard in California.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the challenges pilots may face with changing weather conditions during balloon flights.
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