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Allentown Hot air balloon trips

Hot air balloon trips are favored in Allentown, and you may savor this fantastic pursuit when the weather is good. Regardless of the fact that many people have never even been up close to a hot air balloon, those who have taken flight in one remember this marvellous experience the rest of their life!

Hot air balloon trips can be had by all ages. Most charters last around an hour, but check with the pilot to find out what they offer. They often have different offerings to select from.

Hot air balloons use plain old air for lift. By heating the air inside the balloon, the pilot makes that air less dense (lighter) than the outside air, and the balloon rises. As the internal air cools, the balloon becomes heavier, and descends if the pilot doesn't add more heat.

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 Hot air balloon trips in Allentown, remember that your ride could be rescheduled if conditions are unsafe. Don't expect to fly if it is too hot or windy. Bring your camera and plenty of film, since you'll take many more snap shots than you require.

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