Most landings are very smooth, but occasionally the winds can pickup and we can have a fast (sometimes rough and exciting) landing. We do not recommend Hot Air Ballooning to: Pregnant. Anyone with recent or upcoming surgery.
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The good news is that it does not effect you when flying in a hot air balloon, with almost everyone finding hot air ballooning peaceful and relaxing. Even folks who have some apprehension before the flight find themselves quickly giving up their grip on the handles shortly after take off.
You should not have recently undergone any surgeries. You should not fly if you have back or leg problems. You cannot fly if you have a cast on. You cannot fly if you are on oxygen.
Hot air balloons are noisyThe burner of a hot air balloon is indeed noisy, but once switched off and cruising at altitude, you will not even hear the wind as you float.
A hot air balloon can't pop or rupture because it is made of fabric (Ripstop Nylon or Hyperlast), which is a strong and flexible material. Additionally, hot air balloon pilots take care to properly inflate and maintain their balloons, which helps to prevent ballooning accidents.
Hot air balloons must also rise around 1,000 feet above the ground when in the air. Even if you were to break the 3,000 feet legal limit, you run the risk of traveling in dangerous conditions. The higher a hot air balloon rises, the more unpredictable the weather and winds are.
Can I use my mobile phone in the balloon? The avation laws forbid the use of mobile phones in flying vessels, including hot-air balloons. The mobile phone has to be shut during flight. The phones may be switched on after landing.
HOW LONG IS AN AVERAGE BALLOON FLIGHT? Usually a balloon flight lasts about an hour. At an average wind speed of about 5 mph, a balloon will fly 2 – 8 miles. Ground crews follow the balloon, talking on the radio with the pilot.
Are hot air balloon rides worth it? The answer is that it depends on you! If you love adventure and aren't afraid of heights, then a hot air balloon ride is something you should try at least once in your lifetime. But if you're not a morning person or have trouble walking, you might want to consider another activity.
Per FAA regulations, passengers clearly under the influence of drugs or alcohol cannot and will not be flown. Refunds will not be given for those who arrive in such a state. Please do not bring alcoholic drinks on board and please for your safety and enjoyment do not drink alcohol prior to your flight.
There are no toilets on a hot air balloon and often no toilets at landing sites as they are not planned landing zones and vary depending on the wind direction of each flight.
Most balloon flights take place between April and October. You can fly in winter, but the weather is likely to be worse. The best weather for hot air balloon flying is blue skies, light winds, and little or no rain.