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A Fresh Perspective

Flying in a balloon is very different from, say, flying in an airplane. The forward motion can be as slow as a walking pace. It is even possible to hold a conversation with people on the ground! The view of the countryside and sky is much more immediate than it would be in any other aircraft. And, of course, there is a 360 degree view!

There is never any turbulence

Since the balloon travels with the wind, the relative air movement on board is zero. No one gets travel sick on a balloon flight. The take-off is barely noticeable -- the ground appears to be leaving the balloon! This lack of apparent motion frees the passengers to enjoy the serenity of the countryside -- and to take clear photographs.

Each Flight is a Mystery

No one knows beforehand where the balloon will land. The wind direction determines the course. At the end of the flight, the pilot selects a field free of crops and animals and sets the balloon down. Says David Allen, pilot of Magical Mystery Flights, "Every flight is a brand new adventure, even for a veteran balloonist like myself!"

There is a lot to learn

We encourage our passengers to get involved in every stage of the preparation and flight. After one flight with us, our passengers know basically all there is to know about the hot air ballooning.

We have over 100 years of experience

David Allen is a fifth generation balloonist and a F.A.A. Certified Commercial Pilot. He holds the 1986 Tri-State and the 1989 PA State Championships for accuracy. He also holds the 1997 and 1999 National Long Jump Distance Championships. David knows ballooning, inside and out, and he gives his undivided attention to our passengers' safety.

There is always a champagne reception

At the end of every trip, we treat our passengers to champagne toast. Champagne has long been a tradition in ballooning. It originates in 18th century France when crews carried bottles to pacify farmers who thought their farms were being attacked by demons from the sky!

 

Magical Mystery Flights

P.O. Box 622   Media, PA 19063

Phone PA: 610-892-0860 / DE: 302-234-1665  Fax 610-892-0870