Hartsell has found backing for his venture from such heavyweights as the former CEO of Lockheed Martin , a member of Jordan 's royal family and officials at UNESCO . Texas aircraft enthusiast is planning a blimp race that would circle the globe . The World Sky Race would kick off in 2014 from London and end outside of Paris . Hide Caption Hartsell says he is still securing sponsors and raising the $ 5 million prize money .
Texas aircraft enthusiast is planning a blimp race that would circle the globe . The World Sky Race would kick off in 2014 from London and end outside of Paris . Hide Caption Hartsell says he is still securing sponsors and raising the $ 5 million prize money .