Welcome to a special feature on one of the most memorable April Fools' Day pranks in history! In 1989, Londoners were stunned as a UFO-shaped hot air balloon glided across the city skyline, sparking a frenzy of curiosity and disbelief as people travelled to work. Written by Mark Lockwood, the creative director of Virgin Airship and Balloon Company (VABC), this article dives into how this clever special shape balloon, designed to look like an alien spacecraft, captured the imagination of Londoners and media across the country.
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