Around the World in 20 Days

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Though hot-air balloons cannot actually be steered, but are guided by reducing altitude or climbing to catch a ride on the right wind patterns, the Breitling Orbiter 3's cabin was equipped with plenty of high-tech equipment, including a fax machine, computer and satellite phones.

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