Indyplus video: The real life Up movie journey

Thursday 12 September 2013 22:13 BST

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American Jonathan Trappe plans to cross the Atlantic by flying in the air with 370 helium balloons, just like the Disney film Up.

Mr Trappe began his journey yesterday, watch video of the balloonist embarking as he is lifted up in the air:

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