This photo was taken from an air balloon hovering over 85,000 feet from earth. Note that the balloon was not manned, but this is the next logical step. Why spend millions on a space trip when you could take an air balloon to space?
"Images were taken at 2 minute intervals. The balloon was launched from a farm near Northwood, ND, and recovered by Gently, MN. The flight lasted two hours, but there was only enough film for the first 72 minutes. This flight carried two cameras, one pointing straight down and the other horizontally out the side."
Take a Balloon Ride up to 85,945 Feet
Take A Balloon Ride Up To 85,945 Feet
Trend Themes
1. High-altitude Balloon Tourism - Opportunity for tourism companies to offer balloon rides to customers and explore new destinations.
2. Affordable Space Exploration - Potential to disrupt the space industry and offer a more cost-effective alternative for space enthusiasts.
3. Advancements in Aerial Photography - Opportunity for photography companies to explore new perspectives and offer unique services to clients.
Industry Implications
1. Tourism - Space tourism could become more accessible and affordable, opening up a new market for the tourism industry.
2. Space - The space industry may need to adapt and evolve to compete with new and innovative space exploration alternatives.
3. Photography - The aerial photography industry could see a rise in demand for unique and innovative photography services with the emergence of new perspectives.