Hot-Air Ballooning Basics
Saturday, August 25th, 2007How do balloons fly?
Balloons operate through the basic principles of gravity and heat transfer. As air inside the balloon is heated, it rises. As the air inside the balloon cools, it descends. To make the balloon fly, an inflator fan fills it with air, which is then heated.
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Safety and Insurance
Wednesday, July 25th, 2007Is it safe?
Balloon flight is as safe as travelling on an airliner operated by one of the world’s major carriers. The technical systems are very simple and there is almost nothing that can go wrong. Many many people who don’t like the claustrophobia of an airplane feel very comfortable in the balloon basket.
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Time and Duration
Wednesday, July 25th, 2007When do we fly?
We fly early in the morning because this time of day provides calm, cool air for gentle and stable flights, soft landings and maximum lifting capacity of the balloon. It is also the ideal time for photography, with splendid colours and contrasts and the beauty of the sunrise.
How long is the flight?
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