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When can hot air balloons fly?
Flights are conducted in calm and light winds, which usually mean early
dew-sparkling mornings or the softly diffused light of evening. Whichever,
the visual experience is unforgettable. Morning flights are at approximately
6.30 am during the summer months and evening flights are at approximately
6.30 pm. Times vary throughout the year according to sunrise and sunset. What should I wear?
All flyers need to equip themselves with outdoor clothing suitable for the
time of year. We suggest that you dress as if you were going for a country
walk. When selecting footwear remember that you will be landing in a field.
All types of cameras and video recorders are welcome on board, but please be
aware that space is restricted. Is it safe?
We operate to strict standards laid down by the Civil Aviation Authority. We
hold an Air Operators Certificate for Hot Air Balloons and all our pilots are
CAA Licensed Commercial Balloon pilots. Is there an age limit?
There is no upper age limit but ballooning is an outdoor sport requiring a
degree of agility. If you have any medical condition you should call and discuss
this. Children must be at least 4' 6" or 1.4 m. How do I book?
To book securely online please click here for our booking page. You can also
request a brochure which will contain a booking
form that can be faxed. Alternatively, you are welcome to simply phone us on 01604 768617. How long will the flight last?Each flight will last for approximately one hour, over towns, villages and rolling countryside of Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire and the East Midlands, although you should allow three hours for the whole trip.
After meeting your pilot at a pre-arranged location you will be taken to the
launch site nearby where participation in the inflations procedure is actively
encouraged. It's an intriguing part of the ballooning experience in itself, an
exciting introduction to the hot air principle. Where will we go?
Once airborne, the pilot uses his navigational skills and handling ability to
travel with the wind, making each flight unique. You will be amazed at the
huge vistas that appear - towns and villages previously familiar to the first
time flyer look very different when viewed from above. We fly over the beautiful Nene Valley with its
lakes and rivers and the famous playgrounds of Billing Aquadrome and Wicksteed park. What will we see?
A hot air balloon flight over Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire and the East Midlands provides you with an opportunity to see many stately
homes such as Castle Ashby, Althorp, Holdenby House, Cottesbrooke Hall, Whittlebury Park, Stoke Pavillions
and Stowe School. You may see the renowned motor racing circuits of Silverstone and Rockingham, and on a
clear day the old Airship Hangars of Cardington stand out in the landscape. The countryside in this beautiful
part of England is varied and interesting, without any large urban areas that might otherwise marr the view. How do I get back?
After the pilot has brought the balloon back to earth, it is deflated and packed
away by the crew with your help. The successful flight is celebrated with the
balloonist's traditional toast of chilled champagne - compliments of The Ballooning
Business. Transport will be provided to return you to the launch site or meeting place. |
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