Is hot air ballooning safe in Turkey?

A Cappadocia hot air balloon ride is in reality a very low-risk activity. They have had 5 crashes in which passengers died in the last 8 years (for the 10+ years before that they had no fatal accidents but there were far less balloons in the sky).



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A Cappadocia hot air balloon ride is in reality a very low-risk activity. They have had 5 crashes in which passengers died in the last 8 years (for the 10+ years before that they had no fatal accidents but there were far less balloons in the sky).

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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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Standard flights vary from 18- and 24-person capacity balloons and 10- to 16-person capacity balloons for Deluxe flights. Passengers are separated into different compartments within the balloon, so that everyone can enjoy the spectacular views from the side of the basket.

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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.

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Thus, small holes won't significantly affect the balloon's performance. However, large holes and leaks can lead to sudden falls. Luckily, your hot air balloon pilot is able to treat this hole using the blast valve to allow more hot air to circulate.

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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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A: Hot air balloons stay in the air for as long as they can keep their air hot, so as long as they have fuel to burn. Usually, a ride in a hot air balloon can last around four hours.

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If a hot air balloon runs out of gas, it'll slowly begin descending. That's because the balloon only generates lift through burning fuel to heat the air in the envelope. The lack of regular heating leads the air inside the balloon to gradually cool, reducing altitude in the process.

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- Flight approx. 1 hour. Entire adventure lasts about 2 hours. - We use 24-28 person capacity balloons with The Standard tour.

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There are a few things we highly recommend you bring on your hot air balloon ride, those being:
  1. A camera or smartphone to capture the fantastic views.
  2. Cash for tips and souvenirs.
  3. Any medications or special needs items.
  4. Comfortable shoes with closed toes to protect your feet.


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Yes, Cappadocia is a safe place to travel alone. However, you should always take some precautions, use common sense and be aware of your surroundings. Also, make sure to follow the beaten track if you go hiking, and always let your hotel or someone know if you go hiking on your own.

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