How do people get into a hot air balloon?

To get in and out of the gondola (balloon basket), you have to climb in and out, so it's important to have clothing that allows you to bend easily. The burner (what's this?), as well as the sun, can put out heat.



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Passengers do stand during flight and need some agility to get in and out of the balloon basket. A bumpy landing is a possibility, so safety is always our number one priority.

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Passengers must be at least 5 years old and in good health. Unfortunately we cannot allow anyone who is pregnant or possibly pregnant to fly in our hot air balloons. Passengers below the age of 18 must have parent permission or the parent must fly with them.

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One thing people often overlook when going on hot air balloon rides – there are no toilets on board. Considering you'll be in the air for a couple of hours, always make sure you use the bathroom before take-off. Once again, the best hot air balloon rides are the ones when you're fully relaxed.

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The majority of hot air balloons do not have built-in seating, nor can they allow portable seats for safety reasons. So you, unfortunately, will not be able to sit down during a hot air balloon ride. But railings are available, and your pilot will cover any of your additional safety concerns.

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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO GO FOR A RIDE? As an industry, any reputable balloon company will charge between $175.00 and $275.00 per person. However, some businesses offer special gift certificates that could lower the price. Being FAA certified, hot air balloons are very expensive to own and operate.

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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.

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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.

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Luckily, no one was hurt. And, fortunately, hot air balloon accidents are rare. Going back to 1964, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has only recorded a total of 775 such accidents in the United States.

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Dangers of Hot Air Balloons
  • Bad Weather. Bad weather, especially high winds and monsoons, can be extremely dangerous for hot air balloons. ...
  • Collisions. ...
  • Pilot Inexperience. ...
  • Dress Appropriately. ...
  • Always Listen to Your Pilot. ...
  • Brace for Landing.


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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.

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Since the balloon travels with the wind, the balloon will only go as fast as the wind is blowing, which varies from ground level to higher altitudes. Generally balloons will not travel much faster than 8-10 mph.

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How Many Seats Does A Hot Air Balloon Have? Most hot air balloons have zero (0) available seats. Smaller one-man Hopper balloons may have a single seat, while larger specialized balloons may have built-in benches that provide restaurant seating. But the balloons used for routine balloon rides do not have seats.

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