Jeff Capek: You know, everybody likes to see a blimp. Michael Dougherty: It's just so big, you can't miss it. It's so unique to watch, and they're not even a national icon but a world icon.

“If it’s a big event, the Goodyear Blimp is there.” Though that's a full-sized statement, for nearly 100 years, the Goodyear blimp has made a point of appearing at high-profile event ...