Ballooning history is short...

The first manned flight occurred November 21, 1783 in France using a balloon made of paper and silk and a crude fire in a basket.  Without a practical means to keep the air hot for a very long period of time, it was the gas balloon which came to dominate balloon flight until 1960.

It was not until 1960 that the modern hot air balloon and propane burner were invented by Paul E. (Ed) Yost on October 22, 1960. He flew his new balloon in free flight for the first time. The envelope was made of nylon and the heat source was a propane burner.  He used a "pilot's chair" for a gondola

• Did you ever want to experience the thrill of Hot Air Ballooning? We make it both a pleasure and exciting for young and old!
• Departures in the early morning and evenings year round! Excellent accommodations are nearby...refer to our link page for details!
• Intimate surroundings for the special moments!
• Professional flight and support crews are excited to work with modern equipment and concentrate on maintaining excellent safety standards!