Lindstrand Balloons USA
228 Jefferson Street, Box 686
Hanover, IL 61041
(815) 591-2200
FAX: (815) 591-2244

Contact: Phil Thompson
or Lisa Kempner

Lindstrand Balloons USA began manufacturing balloons in Hanover, Illinois in January of 1996. Located in the northwest corner of Illinois, this area is known for its scenic beauty and recreational amenities. Balloonists are encouraged to visit the factory.

LBUSA is wholly owned by Phil Thompson who has been active in balloon manufacturing for the past 13 years.

As a licensee of Lindstrand Balloons Ltd., LBUSA has access to the engineering and technical resources of Per Lindstrand and his staff with over 160-years’ collective manufacturing experience. Lindstrand is the most capable balloon manufacturing team in history.

The Lindstrand philosophy centers on offering a better ballooning experience for our customers. With our staff of highly trained engineers and pilots, we are committed to providing the service necessary to make Lindstrand ownership a rewarding and enjoyable experience.

The latest CAD technology is used to conceive and to create state-of-the-art conventional and special shape hot air balloons, gas balloons, and thermal airships.

We offer numerous options which allow each aircraft to be highly customized. The ultra-fast SuperChute_ deflation system, the JetStream_ burner, and the Ascot baskets combine unsurpassed engineering excellence with unparalleled beauty.

The JetStream_ burner derived its name and basic design features from experience gained on world-record flights in the high altitude jet stream. Challenging flight conditions of sub zero temperatures, oxygen starvation, and violent wind shear motivated the Lindstrand engineering staff to design the most advanced burner system available.

Most components are produced in-house for strict "hands on" quality control. New products and techniques are constantly being developed; i.e. our ability to reproduce photographic images onto the curved surface of the envelope. This offers an exciting option for our commercial customers and customers who prefer balloons of special shapes.

Envelope styles are available in 12, 24, and 28 gore designs and in sizes of 21,000 through 310,000 cubic ft. which are designed to offer the most pattern options by utilizing multiple horizontal panels. Color changes can be made at any of the seams, and our computer design program which runs in Corel Draw, Adobe Illustrator, or Windows Paintbrush makes it easy for our customers to design the balloons of their dreams.

You may tailor your balloon system exactly to your personal needs, because we offer: Hyperlife_, our tough long-life, extended warranty fabric; a choice of 10, 15 and 20 gallon stainless fuel tanks, and 15 standard baskets sizes offered with a choice of woven or plywood floors, suede or leather trim and custom colored weave.

By combining the popular features which more balloonists want, and by offering the latest in proven burner-technology, and by always emphasizing customer service and satisfaction, Lindstrand is leading the way to the future!

Lindstrand, the balloon of the 21st century, is available today.

Standard Lindstrand Features:
Envelope: Custom color pattern (any combination within existing seams), full Nomex_ base panels, Hyperlife_ parachute, Nomex_ Scoop, Kevlar_ or stainless suspension cables, Kevlar_ deflation line, high tenacity nylon rip-stop fabric, pulley-assisted parachute deflation system with retrieval pull cord, self-storing cordura envelope carrying bag with multiple handles and vinyl bottom.

Burner and Fuel System: Lindstrand JetStream_ Single fully- gimbaled burner features dual liquid pilot lights, toggle action valves for both the Main and Liquid Fire operation, constant fuel pressure reading, hand tightened fuel fittings and the exclusive Lindstrand Selector Valve for precise fuel management. The JetStream_ Double Burner is standard on 105,000 through 180,000 cubic ft. systems. Both the block and the valve handle are anodized in your choice of gold, black, red or royal blue. The 240 and 310 model include the JetStream_ triple burner. Two 15 gallon stainless tanks (or three 10 gallon stainless tanks) are included with easily removable padded covers with convenient pouches. Tema fittings with quick shut-off valves and stainless 20 gallon tanks are available as options.

Baskets: 42 x 52 Ascot Basket with your choice of all woven or plywood floor, cushionfloor, straight or contoured top edge, multi-colored accent weave, suede or smooth leather uprights and top bolster in red, blue, black or brown, bottom edge finished in rawhide, carrying bag for poles and padded pole covers.

Instruments: M55 Flight Computer is standard in a padded instrument case which is easily removable from the basket for storage and travel.

System Pricing: All systems included here carry U.S. registration and are manufactured in the U.S. There are additional models and sizes available with British registration, please contact the factory or your Lindstrand Representative for a quotation.

 56A	(24 gore)	$22,590.00
 69A	(24 gore)	$23,990.00
 77A	(24 gore)	$24,925.00
 90A	(24 gore)	$26,590.00
105A	(24 gore)	$29,590.00
120A	(24 gore)	$31,400.00
150A	(24 gore)	$32,950.00
180A	(24 gore)	$35,980.00
240A	(24 gore)	$43,725.00
310A	(24 gore)	$47,250.00

Basket Substitutions (more sizes are available)
Ascot
47 x 52	995.00
42 x 57	1,350.00
47 x 64	2,035.00
Single T-Partition
52 x 77	4,025.00
64 x 98	6,890.00
Double T-Partition
64 x 85	6,850.00
64 x 122	9,650.00

Burner Option
JetStream Double (sub. for Single)	$1,995.00

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