16 lost in Hot air Balloon crash in Texas

[1600vw]

I just heard this on the news. Anyone have any details? R.I.P. to all involved and prayers to the families and friends and all involved.

Tony

[1600vw]

From what I am hearing they believe it caught fire 20 mins into the flight.

[Gunslinger37]

Photos show high voltage power lines and towers nearby.

Story and photos here:
http://www.statesman.com/news/news/local/fatalities-confirmed-in-hot-air-balloon-crash-near/nr7Sd/

[cub builder]

And the press is making a big fuss about the pilot having multiple DWIs and the lack of FAA Physicals for balloon pilots.

[Low Pass]

And the press is making a big fuss about the pilot having multiple DWIs and the lack of FAA Physicals for balloon pilots....and I'm guessing he had not filed a flight plan!