Monday, January 2, 2012

The 17th Philippine International Air Balloon 2012


The most awaited annual event of Clark Pampanga will be held on February 9 to 12, 2012. Around 100,000 tourists are expected to grace the said event. The increase in popularity, recognition from the media and bigger program size, more tourists are expected to visit the 17th annual Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta that will be held at Philippine Air Force's (PAF) ADAC hangar at the Clark Airbase.
According to Noemi Garcia, head of CDC Tourism and Promotions Office, at least nine countries are expected to participate in the event. There are rumors that additional exhibitions and varied aerial demonstrations.
The Clark becomes the home of the annual international aviation sporting events due to many factors such as wide spaces, good flying weather, scenic view and tourists’ amenities are just in the area. Wide Hotels and resorts are also available in the area from simple, budget to luxurious accommodation. Villas and Full Suite Lodging are available to cater groups. Adventure seekers, golfers and casino lovers will definitely find the place very nice as the facilities are available for them to enjoy.
The location is near Angeles City, with its casinos, resorts, night life, bars, restaurants and lodging which are a perfect location for this event to be held.


2012 Hot Air Balloon Schedule on February 9, 2012
First Fiesta Day

Hot Air Balloon Flights
5:30-7:00AM
Paragliding Exhibition
6:30-7:30AM
Ultralight Aircraft Formation Flying
7:40-8:15AM
Ultralight Bomb Dropping Audience Participation
8:15-9:00AM
Aerobatic Flight Display
9:00-9:40AM
Kite Flying Exhibition
9:40-10:00AM
AOPA Light Airplane Balloon Bursting Competition
10:00-10:45AM
Sky Diving Exhibition
10:45-11:30AM
R/C Demonstration Flying
11:30-12:00PM
Open
12:00-1:00PM
Sky Diving Exhibition
1:00-2:00PM
AOPA Light Aircraft Balloon Bursting
2:00-2:45PM
Aerobatic Flight Display
3:45-4:30PM
Rocketry Demonstration
4:30-5:00PM
Ultralight Formation Flying
5:00-5:20PM
Hot Air Balloon Fly-In
5:20-6:00PM

Source: http://www.clarksubicmarketing.com/news/clark_hot_air_balloon_festival.htm

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