Earl “Dusty” Rhodes

Earl “Dusty” Rhodes

Santa Fe, NM
Desert ConservationSunrise SpecialistFestival Veteran

Santa Fe's desert sage — high-desert flights framed by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

About

Dusty Rhodes has been flying balloons over northern New Mexico for two decades, earning a reputation as the most knowledgeable high-desert pilot in the state. His flights from Santa Fe reveal the rugged Sangre de Cristo peaks, the vast Rio Grande gorge, and the adobe-dotted landscape that has inspired artists for centuries. Dusty's storytelling about the region's history and geology is legendary.

Certifications

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate — Lighter-Than-Air

Experience

20 years, 2,800+ flights

What's Offered

  • Desert sunrise flights
  • Sangre de Cristo panorama tours
  • Art colony aerial tours

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