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Portland Baloon flights

Baloon flights are common in Portland, and you can delight in this great sport throughout the year. While numbers of people have never even been up close to a lighter than air craft, those who have flown in one remember this wonderful experience for life!

Baloon flights can be enjoyed by all ages. Most trips last approximately an hour, but check with your ride company to find out your options. They might have different offerings to choose from.

Have you ever wondered what keeps a hot air balloon flying? The same principle that keeps food frozen in the open chest freezers at the grocery store allows hot air balloons to fly.

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 Baloon flights in Portland, keep in mind that your ride may be rescheduled if conditions are bad. Don't expect to fly if it is windy or unstable. Bring your camera and plenty of film, because you'll snap many more pictures than you require.

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