The Goodyear Blimp in Jacksonville

According to the “Goodyear blimp” website, the last true blimp, a non-rigid airship,  was retired on March 14, 2017.  The newer version is a semi-rigid airship so obviously, the one in this photo is the latter.  It was seen in August, 2022 about three miles from Herlong Air field, so we think it probably uplifted from there. It is possible it was hosted at the old Cecil Airfield, which is just down the road from Herlong but we found no evidence of either. 

It was traveling not far from Jacksonville’s Herlong field and going Northeast over Crystal Springs Elementary School when I stopped for a quick pic.

The Goodyear Blimp is an iconic aircraft that flies at different and various events including football games, PGA golf events, Country Club events and more. 

In May of 2020, it flew over 11 hospitals in Florida in honour of the frontline workers during the Coronavirus pandemic.  To check out the schedule just visit goodyearblimp.com for more.

What are your memories of this incredible looking icon?

See you tomorrow,

8-9-22