Goodyear’s newest blimp is flying. Wingfoot Three took off about 8:55 a.m. Monday into the rising sun at the Wingfoot Lake blimp base where it was built. The semirigid airship revved its engine… ...

SUFFIELD TWP. Goodyear’s newest blimp is flying. Wingfoot Three took off about 8:55 a.m. Monday into the rising sun at the Wingfoot Lake blimp base where it was built. The semi-rigid airship ...

In the 1930s, Goodyear blimps were fitted with illuminated signs . In 1930, Goodyear took blimp advertising to the next level by placing Neon-O-Gram signs on both sides of the blimp.

Goodyear marked the 100th anniversary of its Goodyear Blimp this week with special flights over the Ohio city that’s home to the tiremaker’s headquarters.

As for the Goodyear blimp — its footprint isn't what it once was. The company's airships helped cover more than 120 live events in 2014. In 2024, they covered fewer than 70.

AKRON, Ohio - When you hear the word "blimp," just one thing likely comes to mind: The Goodyear Blimp. That staple of bowl games and big races officially turns 100 years old on Tuesday.

The famed Goodyear Blimp is turning 100 this year, and to celebrate, it’s taking to the skies above the city of Austin for South by Southwest (SXSW).

The Goodyear Blimp got a vintage makeover for its 100th anniversary, resembling its 1925 look, celebrating its history and cultural impact at sporting events and in advertising.