The Goodyear Blimp Reclaims New York City's Skyline
Goodyear (GT) announced that the iconic Goodyear Blimp will return to New York City’s skyline for Sail 4th 250, its first New York base in 50 years.
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Goodyear (GT) announced that the iconic Goodyear Blimp will return to New York City’s skyline for Sail 4th 250, its first New York base in 50 years. Wingfoot One will provide aerial coverage starting at 7 a.m. EST on NBC’s TODAY Show.
The blimp has supported earlier Operation Sail events in 1964, 1976 and 1986 and will again serve as an aerial ambassador for Goodyear, which highlights its 125+ year U.S. history. Fans can follow updates via @GoodyearBlimp on Instagram and TikTok.
Key Figures
- Return after absence
- 50 years
- Time since Goodyear Blimp last based operations in New York City
- Anniversary
- 250th birthday
- Celebration of America's 250th during Sail 4th 250 event
- Broadcast time
- 7 a.m. EST
- Start of aerial coverage on the TODAY Show on NBC
- Operation Sail flights
- 4th time
- Number of times Goodyear Blimp has flown over an Operation Sail event
- Prior Operation Sail years
- 1964, 1976, 1986
- Years of previous Operation Sail appearances by the Goodyear Blimp
- U.S. presence
- more than 125 years
- Goodyear’s history as a U.S.-based tire manufacturer
Historical Context
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Move from S&P MidCap 400 to S&P SmallCap 600 effective July 6, 2026.
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Goodyear Blimp’s 101st birthday celebration with influencers and promotional activities.
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Agreement to supply advanced lunar tires for NASA Artemis-related vehicle.
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Pricing of $1.05 billion 8.875% senior notes due 2032 to refinance 2027 notes.
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Announcement of $750 million senior notes offering for refinancing and corporate uses.
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50 years after its last appearance in the Big Apple, the legendary airship returns to kick off celebrations for America's 250th birthday
A true veteran of the skies, Goodyear's airships have a storied tradition of showing up during America's biggest moments, so it's no surprise viewers will see Wingfoot One soaring over the Big Apple. But, to get the best views of New York Harbor, the Goodyear Blimp will base its operations in
The blimp's historic appearance at Sail 4th 250 is the fourth time it's flown over an Operation Sail event. It was a fixture at the first celebration in 1964, America's Bicentennial in 1976 and the 100th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty in 1986. Now, it returns to provide aerial coverage in celebration of America's 250th.
This is also a natural opportunity for the blimp as an aerial ambassador for Goodyear, which has called
"For more than half the history of
Follow @GoodyearBlimp on Instagram and TikTok to get live updates from
About The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
Goodyear (NASDAQ: GT) is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 49 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate.
CONTACT:
THERESA HOLZ
330.815.6834
THERESA_HOLZ@GOODYEAR.COM
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