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Would you go skydiving from a hot air balloon?
Skydiving out of a hot air balloon offers the jumper no real “control” for the first few seconds of freefall–just a weightless drop. We call this a “dead air” exit–and it feels crazy. For this reason, it’s recommended that you have a B-license equivalent (50 jumps) to jump a hot air balloon.
Is skydiving safer than hot air balloon?
Overall, skydiving seems to be a bit more dangerous than hot air balloon rides, but they are both still relatively safe. If you want to go skydiving or for a hot air balloon ride, you will be taking some risk, but neither of these activities is reckless in any way.
Is it scary in a hot air balloon?
Riding in a hot air balloon is peaceful, it’s whimsical and not as scary as you may think. There is something incredibly serene about gliding above the tree tops and getting a bird’s eye view as the sun rises and the world wakes up. Floating through the sky in a hot air balloon is a truly magical experience.
Can you skydive from a helicopter?
Instead of just rolling from the plane, you can literally stand right on the outside of the helicopter on the skit and enjoy this amazing moment before falling into the calm air beneath you. Skydiving from a helicopter is less stressful because we never have to rush to exit.
What qualifications do you need to be a hot air balloon pilot?
A CPL B Unrestricted requires you to complete 75 hours of flight time of which 60 hours must be as the pilot in charge. You need a class 2 medical certificate and a solo flight exam, as well as up-to-date theory exams.
Are hot air balloon accidents common?
Globally, there are approximately 3,000 hot air balloon accidents per year. In the United States, there are approximately 20 accidents per year. When these accidents occur, it is common for multiple parties to suffer injuries in the crash. However, fatalities are rare.
What is safer hot air balloon or helicopter?
From a statistical point (The Aviation Accident Database), the FAA finds that hot air ballooning is the safest form of all air travel and rarely involved in aviation crashes. In fact, the FAA has found that you are more likely to be injured driving a car than flying in an airplane or hot air balloon!
How do I book a Virginia hot air balloon flight?
When you’re ready to book your flight, you can request a reservation online, email [email protected], or call us at 434-996-9008. “Hands down this is the best ballooning company out there.”
What is it like to ride a hot air balloon?
As your hot air balloon ride begins, the dew covered grass sinks silently away and the earth kaleidoscopes into a masterful mosaic of color and texture. Your memory starts as you float aboard a beautiful nine-story tall balloon and the gentle breezes carry your hot ait balloon flight over the natural beauty of the serene landscape.
Can you pick a bouquet on a hot air balloon ride?
Sweeping just over the tree tops you are close enough to pick a treasured bouquet, a gift that can only be found on your hot air balloon ride. Your senses will explode with the sweet aroma of pine, oak and magnolia.