FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Anything comfortable ! It does not get colder when we fly, so what is suitable on the ground is just fine in the air. Jeans and sneakers are recommended. Hats provide useful insulation from the balloons heat.

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A definite must! Ballooning affords spectacular vistas for photography and camcording. Consider using a zoom lens or a panoramic camera for even more camera possibilities. Your pilot and crew will also be glad to take pictures of you, before take-off as well as in the air. Don't hesitate to ask!

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As a new member of the ballooning society, you will be awarded your personalized flight certificate, which is perfect for framing. It confers all bragging rights and features the traditional "Balloonists Prayer". How much you show it around is up to you!

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To participate in a hot air balloon flight, you must:

• Be in good physical and mental condition
• Be 4 feet 6 inches or taller
• Not be pregnant

Please use common sense!

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Your balloon will do some contour flying, floating above the top of the saguaro cactus and down through the washes. This will give you the opportunity to look over the edge of the basket for the viewing of wildlife.

Your pilot will also go higher to give you a marvelous overview of the valley and it's surrounding lakes, mountains and countryside. How high will depend on the winds of the day as that is how they navigate the balloon!

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