Goodyear Launched Sweepstakes for Blimp Flight
The company is giving away a flight for two on one of its iconic airships to a lucky contest winner.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Contests
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Goodyear has opened a sweepstakes offering members of the public the rare chance to win a flight for two on one of its iconic blimps. Because these airship rides are typically reserved for private invitations and cannot be purchased, the contest provides a unique opportunity to experience the iconic craft.
Why it matters
The sweepstakes offers access to an exclusive aeronautical experience that is otherwise unavailable to the general public. Winners gain the ability to schedule a flight at one of the company's three dedicated airship bases.
The contest winner receives a certificate valid for one year for a flight on a blimp featuring 8 passenger seats and 2 pilot seats. The prize is redeemable at airship bases located in Akron, Ohio, Pompano Beach, Florida, and Carson, California.
The players
Goodyear
Goodyear is a global tire manufacturer that operates a fleet of iconic airships for promotional and corporate purposes.
The details
Participants can enter the drawing for free by submitting an online form on the Goodyear website through October 15. Additionally, customers who purchase a set of four tires receive automatic sweepstakes entries, with codes delivered via QR cards or automated allotment.
Timeline
Aug 14, 2026: The Goodyear Blimp flew over the Woodward Dream Cruise.
Sept 15, 2026: The sweepstakes entry period began.
Oct 15, 2026: The sweepstakes entry period ends.
Oct 30, 2026: The winner selection drawing is expected to occur.
Culture Shift
This sweepstakes marks a departure from the traditional exclusivity surrounding the Goodyear Blimp airship fleet. By opening access to the public, the company is shifting away from its long-standing model of limiting flight opportunities to private invitees.
Interested participants can enter the sweepstakes online at no cost to potentially secure a flight. Those who purchase a set of four tires will also be automatically entered to win the prize.
The takeaway
This contest provides a unique way to gain access to one of the most recognizable vehicles in corporate advertising history. Interested individuals should ensure they submit their entries before the mid-October deadline to remain eligible for the drawing.
What happens next
The winner selection drawing is expected to take place on or around October 30, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on current promotional events, visit the Contests section.
More information
To enter the drawing, visit the Goodyear Golden Ticket sweepstakes entry.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Detroit Free Press.
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