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Phoenix Arizona Hot Air Balloon Rides

Come soar with the the premier Phoenix, Arizona hot air balloon ride company. They specialize in balloon flights, and tours over the scenic Sonoran Desert preserve in the North Phoenix, Scottsdale, Arizona areas.

Imagine yourself in gentle flight during the the brisk winter air, or warm all year summer weather enjoying all of the local wildlife of the Sonoran Desert or the beautiful, golf courses, palm trees, and swimming pools of Phoenix, Arizona. Or, come enjoy the South Valley, Chandler, Queen Creek, Arizona areas. Flying over or near the Sonoran Desert mountain ranges such as the Superstition and San Tan Mountains. While enjoying the tour of the agriculture and history of the immediate Phoenix, Arizona area's, or the agriculture and history of old west and native Arizona.

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Phoenix Basic Package Balloon Flight Package

This is our Arizona Sonoran desert hot air balloon aerial tour. Near Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Glendale Arizona. While launching and landing in the desert you will see some of the most inspiring Arizona Wonders. Followed by the first flight ceremony, and champagne toast.

**Sunset flights operate only between November and March**

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Aerogelic Ballooning - Phoenix Basic Package

Duration:
Approx. 2 Hours

Daily, Sunrise only!!

Sunrise (price per person)	$175.00
Sunset (price per person)	$185.00

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Private Charter Balloon Flight Package

This package is catered to you and you only. You will have the hot air balloon and pilot all to yourself, while enjoying all of the Arizona Wonders. After landing you will be catered the VIP first flight ceremony, and champagne toast by Felkins Bakeries.

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Aerogelic Ballooning - Private Hot Air Balloon Ride

Duration:
Approx. 2 Hours

Daily

For Two (price per person)	$330.00
More than Two (price per person)	$300.00

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Worlds First Night Hot Air Balloon Flight Tour

This is the worlds only night flying in balloon packages. Imaginge just after the city lights turn on before your special night. Admiring the city lights twinkling with knowing you are one the only poeple in the world to have expierieced this. While after landing being catered by Felkins Bakeries and a champagne toast.

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Aerogelic Ballooning - Night Flight

Duration:
Approx. 2 Hours

Nightly

For Two (price per person)	$480.00
More than Two (price per person)	$350.00
More than Two (price per person)	$420.00

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Pre-Dawn Flight Balloon Package

This is our "Dawn Patrol" Sonoran desert hot air balloon aerial tour. While launching up to 30 minutes before Sunrise and admiring the city lights twinkling, and multiple sunrises then landing in the early morning desert to find some of the most inspiring Arizona Wonders. Catered by Felkins Bakeries and a champagne toast.

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Aerogelic Ballooning - Pre Dawn Flight

Duration:
Approx. 2 Hours

Daily

For Two (price per person)	$390.00
More than Two (price per person)	$360.00

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Departure Locations:

North Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Meeting Location

The Deer Valley Airport 702 W. Deer Valley Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85024

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Chandler Hot Air Balloon Meeting Location Site

2200 S McQueen Rd, Chandler, AZ 85249-1000

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you steer a hot air balloon?
The balloon goes where the wind takes it. However, the winds at varying altitudes may blow in different directions and at different speeds, so the trick is to climb or descend to an altitude where the wind is blowing in the direction you want to go.

Do you need a license to pilot a balloon?
Yes. A Balloon Pilot Certificate is required by the Federal Aviation Administration. You must pass an FAA written exam, have a prescribed number of hours of flight instruction in a balloon, make a solo flight and a flight to altitude, pass a flight test and oral exam with a designated fight examiner and submit a medical statement.

How big are hot air balloons?
The typical sport balloons range in size from 65,000 to 105,000 cubic feet in volume and stand about 70 feet tall.

How do you get it back?
With the help of a chase crew who drive a recovery vehicle. The chase crew follows the flight of the balloon trying to stay parallel or ahead of the balloon and should be on hand to make the recovery when the balloon touches down.

How fast does it go?
As fast as the wind. Or as slow, Since the balloon has no forward propulsion system, its speed is determined entirely by the speed of the wind. That's why balloon races are strictly races of accuracy not speed.

How high do balloons fly?
Most balloon flights occur between 500 and 1,000 feet above the ground. But balloons can fly at just above the ground or go much higher. The world record for altitude in a hot air balloon is 64,997 feet.

How is it inflated?
First the envelope is stretched out on the ground and attached to the basket, which is lying on its side. A small gasoline-powered fan blows air into the balloon. Then the burner is turned on, and the air in the balloon is heated. The hot air rises, lifting the balloon upright. Since a balloon is quite unwieldy on the ground, especially in gusty winds, it takes about four people to get the balloon inflated. Of course, the more people there are, the more fun you can have.

How long can it stay up?
Normally, the balloon carries enough fuel to remain aloft for about 2 hours. Factors like outside air temperature, weight being carried in the basket and weather determine the duration of the flight.

What are hot air balloons made of?
The envelope, is made of a reinforced fabric called rip-stop nylon (some balloons are made of acron). The material is very light weight and strong. The fabric is coated on the inside to prevent leaks. The baskets are made from rattan and each one is individually woven by hand.

What kind of fuel is used?
Hot Air Balloons use propane, kept in pressurized tanks in the basket. The tanks are connected to burners with aircraft certified flexible hoses. When the burner valves are opened, the propane is ignited by a pilot light in the burner. The flame may shoot out as much as ten or twenty feet, making a loud "whoosh.". Generally balloons carries 30-40 gallons of liquid propane.

When is the best time to fly a balloon?
Usually just after sunrise and one or two hours before sunset. This is when winds are calmest and the air most stable.

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