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Provo Balloon excursions

Balloon excursions are the thing in Provo, and you can savor this fun avocation when the weather is good. Regardless of the fact that numbers of people have never even been up close to a hot air balloon, those who have taken flight in one remember this wonderful experience for life!

Balloon excursions can be experienced by everyone. Most flights last close to an hour, but check with your ride company to find out what's available. Many have different trips to order from.

A long time ago someone wrote a balloonists prayer, and we've used it in the post flight ceremonies ever since:

The winds have welcomed you with softness
The sun has held you in his warm hands
You have flown so high and so well
That God has joined you in your laughter
And set you gently back down
Into the loving arms of Mother Earth.

Do you need a license to fly a balloon?

Yes.
A Balloon Pilot Certificate is issued by the Federal Aviation Administration in the USA. You must pass an FAA written exam, obtain a prescribed number of hours of instruction, make a solo flight, a flight to a specific altitude and pass a flight test.

A pilot offering balloon rides (flying passengers for hire) must receive additional training and have more experience than a private pilot. You don't have to be able to fly an airplane since it is a completely different type of aircraft, although many balloon pilots also fly other types of aircraft like airplanes and helicopters.

As you search for Balloon excursions in Provo, understand that your ride may be rescheduled if conditions are bad. Don't expect to fly if it is raining or too cold. Bring your camera and plenty of film, since you'll snap many more snapshots than you expect.

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