Skip and Toni
have been
involved in
ballooning since
2009, first as
a private pilot
flying for fun and then as a commercial pilot.
In 2010, they formed Bluff City Balloon to give
others the fun and enjoyment of a private
hot air balloon ride. They are one of only 6
balloons in the country specially outfitted to
take up folks with any special needs. Giving
and sharing is a way of life for the Durhams,
they are excited to be a part of the fiesta.
Frank hails from Tupelo, Mississippi and
has been a Hot Air Balloon Pilot since 1995.
Flying the patriotic, “America” balloon is
something of which he holds great passion.
Since 1987, Frank has been the owner of
Mississippi Bottle Water, he has also enjoyed
being a college basketball referee. Feel free
to yell, “Go Bulldogs,” when you approach
Frank, the former cheerleader and graduate
of Mississippi State
University has great
pride in his alma mater.
He is excited to be a
part of this fundraising
event, enjoying it all
while giving back.
Billy Green
BLUE MOON
Billy is from Shepherdsville, Kentucky and has been a part of the ballooning community for 19 years.
It started with helping out at a tethered balloon event, followed by pilot training and then getting the
first balloon, Billy has both a private and commercial pilot license. In 2018, Billy participated in his first
long jump flight for 2 hours and 11 minutes traveling 46 miles, reaching maximum altitude of just over
14,000 feet. We he is not ballooning, it is sharing about the sport and educating others that is enjoyed
most. Check him out at www.lighterthanairballoonadventures.com
Michael J Stinson
RANDY O
Skip & Toni Durham
HIGH JINX
Frank Anger
AMERICA
Michael is from Louisville, Kentucky and
has been involved with ballooning since the
early 80s with his uncle. Experienced flights
in several states and Mexico in
balloons up to 120,000 cubic feet
is just a glimpse of this commercial
pilots history. When not up in
the air, Michael serves his city as
Battalion Chief of the Louisville
Fire Department, with 21 years
of service to date. He also is the
owner/operator of Louisville Tree
Care. Proudly married with two children,
one of whom is currently a student pilot. The
firefighting, hot air balloon pilot is looking
forward to being a part of the fiesta.
Balloon Glow To Music!
WEATHER PERMITTING
One of 6 Handicap Balloons
In The Country!
FALL 2019 MONROE LIFE 21
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