Five Fun Facts of Hot Air Ballooning
You may be surprised by some of the fun facts of hot air ballooning:
- Hot air balloons were invented in the 1700s in France, and the first passengers aboard were not humans! A sheep, duck, and chicken took the first flight, lasting about eight minutes.
- Hot air ballooning is not possible in the rain because the heat inside of the balloon can bring rain to boiling temperatures, destroying the fabric.
- The longest recorded flight was piloted by Richard Branson, originating in Japan and touching ground in northern Canada. In addition to this flight being the longest, it was also the fastest, flying across the skies at 245 miles per hour.
- 68,986 feet is the record height, and to accomplish this, the pilots had to wear oxygen masks to stay alive.
- Traditionally, each time a hot air balloon lands, champagne is shared.
Come fly with us at the Up Up and Away Florida Hot Air Balloon Festival from February 28 –March 1, 2020!
We will transform Central Florida’s skyline into a mix of bright, brilliant colors as the balloons launch at the Sun n’ Fun Expo Campus, home to the second largest aviation show in North America.
This three-day festival will take-off a weekend featuring balloon launches, skydivers, tethered balloon rides, picturesque balloon glows, various food and beverage options, arts and crafts vendors, live music, and fun for the entire family.
Join us during Florida’s most exciting time of the year where the sky is the limit and you will learn many more fun facts of hot air ballooning!
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