Alan Noble interview

Category: oral-history

Catalogue number: OH0025

Alan Noble

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  • Alan Noble, a director at Cameron Balloons, recounted his journey into ballooning, starting with a chance encounter at an air show. 
  • He detailed his first balloon flight, with Tom Donnelly from Thunderwhich alleviated his fear of heights, and subsequent adventures, including organizing balloon races and a round-the-world flight. 
  • Alan Noble shared stories of notable events, such as a balloon landing in Moscow's Red Square and a race with Richard Branson. 
  • He also discussed the challenges of securing permissions for flights, particularly over Chinese airspace. 
  • Getting arrested in Myanmar with Bertrand Piccard.
  • Alan Noble's experiences spanned decades, including working with celebrities like David Attenborough and being locked in a room with The Beatles.
Interviewer: Jennifer D'Alton
Interview date: 16 May 2025
Transcript pdf (click to open in new tab):Alan-Noble-interview-transcript.pdf
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