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Columbia Balloon rides

Balloon rides are fashionable in Columbia, and you can savor this fantastic pursuit now. While most people have never even been up close to a ballon, those who have flown in one remember this fantastic experience the rest of their life!

Balloon rides can be experienced by anyone. Most adventures last nearly an hour, but check with the tour company to find out what is available. Many have several offerings to choose from.

Are all hot air balloons alike?
All hot air balloons consist of a burner system, a basket and an envelope. The differences are in the shape and size of the envelope, the deflation system, the basket shape and design and the configuration, design, and number of burners.

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 look for Balloon rides in Columbia, understand that your trip will be rescheduled if weather conditions are less than perfect. Don't expect to fly if it is unstable or too cold. Bring your camera and plenty of film, since you'll snap many more pics than you expect.

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