Is it difficult to get in a hot air balloon?

Is it difficult to get in a hot air balloon? Passengers do stand during flight and need some agility to get in and out of the balloon basket. A bumpy landing is a possibility, so safety is always our number one priority.

Is there a weight limit to go up in a hot air balloon?

Hot air balloons have an average weight limit of 1,000 pounds (? a ton). A hot air balloon's weight limit varies considerably based on balloon size, basket size, flight equipment, and weather conditions. Other weight-limiting factors include the type of flight booked and any rules the pilot sets.

Do you sit or stand in a hot air balloon?

Stand Throughout The Duration Of Your Trip The gondola basket attached with the hot air balloon doesn't have chairs for you to sit back on. The ride shall last for an hour or a few so be prepared to stand for throughout the duration of your hot air balloon trip.

What are the chances of getting in a hot air balloon accident?

Hot Air Balloon Safety First thing's first: we're pleased to inform you that hot air balloons are extremely safe. As per the US National Transportation and Safety Board, only 0.07% of hot air balloon accidents result in fatalities.

How safe are passengers in a hot air balloon?

Hot air balloons are generally considered safe, with decades of data showing that they are one of the safest forms of air travel. According to the FAA's Aviation Accident Database, hot air ballooning is the safest form of all air travel and is rarely involved in aviation crashes.

Who should not go on a hot air balloon?

You should not have recently undergone any surgeries. You should not fly if you have back or leg problems. You cannot fly if you have a cast on. You cannot fly if you are on oxygen.

What can go wrong in a hot air balloon?

What do I need to know before going into a hot air balloon?

Are hot air balloons shaky?

There is also no turbulence, and the balloon doesn't have a motor or an engine so there is no noise (apart from the burner occasionally), and no shaking, so it's a much calmer and weightless experience than a helicopter or aeroplane flight.

What happens if a hot air balloon runs out of gas?

If a hot air balloon runs out of gas, it'll slowly begin descending. That's because the balloon only generates lift through burning fuel to heat the air in the envelope. The lack of regular heating leads the air inside the balloon to gradually cool, reducing altitude in the process.