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Mississippi Hot air balloon rides

Hot air balloon trips are favored in Mississippi, and you can savor this fun and photogenic activity when the conditions are favorable. Even though many people have never even been up close to a balloon, those who have flown in one remember this tremendous experience for life!

The balloon is made of nylon, which is strong and lightweight. There is a valve at the very top of the balloon which the pilot used to descend. The valve is also used to deflate the balloon after landing.

Hot air balloon trips can be enjoyed by young and old alike. Most flights last as much as an hour, however check with your pilot to find out what they offer. Many have several trips to buy from.

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.

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