History Of Hot Air Balloons

History of Hot Air Balloons

The very first hot air balloon was created in 1783 by brothers Jacques and Joseph Montgolfier of France. Two of sixteen children, the brothers worked at the family-run paper factory in Annonay, France. Inspiration came while they saw a shirt rose as it was drying above a flame. Throwing scraps of paper in the fire, they hypothetisized that it was smoke that lifted things. This of course, was not quite right. As we now know, hot air is responsible for the lifting action.

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Even though the Montgolfier brothers were not entirely right about smoke, they were still able to invent the very first hot air balloon. They eventually discovered that hot air is less dense than cold air, and rises in cold air. After various experiments, the very first hot air balloon was introduced in their hometown of Annonay. The hot air balloon traveled approximately one mile and reached a height of six feet.

This first hot air balloon was made from fabric and lined with paper. A layer of alum was used as a fire-retardant. Over 2,000 knots held the balloon together.

After World War I, ballooning becomes obsolete. The reason was because the gas used in the balloons cost too much. To enable ballooning to reach new heights as a hobby, an innovative new source of energy was needed. Eventually, propane was discovered to be the most effective and cost-efficient way to power a hot air balloon.

Nowadays, you can find hot air balloon rides in every state of the US. Experienced pilots would be delighted to take you and your family or friends up and show you how fun hot air ballooning can be! Hot air balloons these days are still simply designed, but with technological advances that make them safer and more efficient than ever.

Over time, pilots have learned important things about hot air ballooning. Weather is one extremely important consideration. Pilots won't fly during the slightest hint of bad weather, because rain and especially lightning can spell disaster for a hot air balloon and its passengers. The morning before flight, pilots release pilot balloons into the air that inform them of the velocity and direction of the wind.

The modern hot air balloons are crafted from durable fire-resistant nylon, and the basket you ride in will normally be made from wicker. Wicker is durable, flexible, and helps absorb the shock from landing so passengers will remain as comfortable as possible. There's no need to worry about safety because not only is all equipment checked and rechecked before use, there is a knowledgeable crew on the ground that tracks the balloon's every movement.

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Hot air balloons vary in size and functionality. The largest ones not only hold more passengers, they can reach higher altitudes than smaller balloons. Your local hot air balloon tour company can educate you regarding their balloons and every aspect of a hot air balloon ride.

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