Taking a hot air balloon ride this autumn in Branson will give every passenger the opportunity to float peacefully over the valleys, trees, and the lakes. The only hot air balloon ride business in Branson, Missouri area, Branson Balloon has two balloons to serve passengers who wish to take a balloon flight. The first balloon has a maximum of four passengers and three in the other balloon. Guests who want to participate in hot air balloon ride can be picked up at any place of stay in Branson and will be brought back after the flight.
Depending on the weather, Branson Balloon offers flights seven days a week. To book your hot air balloon flight, you need to reserve in advance. Branson Balloon has a goal to create an enjoyable adventure for all participants. Experience the thrill of challenging the gravity and the fantastic floating in a hot air balloon on a beautiful morning in this exhilarating ride above the breathtaking landscapes of the Ozarks. Safety is a very important thing to consider when taking part in hot air balloon flight. So, Branson Balloon is making sure that your pilot is certified Hot Air Balloonist, and the balloon is properly inspected and registered.
The pilot will be studying the winds the evening before the flight and decide the best place to meet, then the pilot and passengers will come together in the launch site. Passengers are advised to wear casual clothing like you are going on a hike in the woods. Temperature in the hot air balloon is not any cooler than it is on the ground, so we suggest passengers to wear a comfortable clothing on that particular day’s weather. Before planning to participate in a hot air balloon flight, don’t forget to bring along a camera to record this once in a lifetime experience.
Ballooning is a sport that depends strictly on a fair weather. For safety reasons, there are some conditions that a balloon flight will not push through. A bad weather condition, continuous rain pour, and high winds are typical weather conditions that will cause to postpone a scheduled hot air balloon flight. If wind speeds exceed 10 mph, balloon flight will not take place because strong winds may cause unsafe landing when the pilot lands the balloon.
Hot air balloon flight usually lasts about an hour or slightly longer. So, you should expect your entire balloon flight adventure to last about two hours or more. Most hot air balloon flights are flown at a minimum of 500 ft. to a maximum of 2000 ft. Many passengers prefer low level flights as many panoramic views can be seen clearly. However, the pilot will fly higher or lower in search of the most favorable wind direction.
If you want to experience a hot air balloon flight that will let you see the beauty of the autumn in Branson, come to Branson and enjoy the fun to float calmly over the valleys, trees, and the lakes.
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