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Cameron Balloons US
P.O. Box3672
Ann Arbor, MI 48106
Phone:(734) 426-5525
FAX:(734) 426-5026
Internet: www.cameronballoons.com/
e-mail: hotline@cameronballoons.com

CameronBalloons
Thereis no better way to describea Cameron than to say it is a true
“balloonist’s balloon.” Why a“balloonist’sballoon?” Because
Camerons are designed and built by the industry’s largest team of
licensed pilots—who also happen to be trained engineers. In fact,
Cameron’s two factory teams are made up of 130 employees, 19
engineers, and 20+ pilots with more than 20,000+ hours logged.
That’s more pilots—and engineers—than any other brand on the
market.

The result? Whether you’re a student pilot, recreational sport
pilot, serious competitor, or demanding commercial operator,
Camerons offer forgiving, unrestricting, and overall superior
performance and value.

We invented the first special shape in 1976, and we’ve since built
more than 400 intricate shapes—many times morethan any other
manufacturer. Theengineering excellenceand features demanded
by special shapes is part of every Cameron we build, making
Cameron the choice ofexperienced pilots—pilots like nearly half
of the past 24 winners of the US National Championships. Plus,
we are proud to be the builders of the Breitling Orbiter 3, the first
balloon to fly around the world non-stop.

CameronoffersMore Choice tosuit Your Needs
From thebulbous eight gore “V” type to the super smooth 24 gore
“N” and sporty “Z”type, Cameron offers more certified envelope
modelsthananyothermanufacturer.Andchoicedoesn’tend
withenvelopes:6differentburners, 12tanks,and13different
standardbasket models and sizes are available.

And More Choice to suit Your Budget
Are you a starting pilot—or an experienced pilot wanting a great
performer on a tight budget? Cameron has the full range, starting
withouraffordableConceptballoons,whichofferCameron
quality,features, and performance at a veryaffordable price of
$19,130complete!

And More Innovations for a Better Flight
Cameron is well known for its innovations—like the Scoop, the
Flexi-Rigidbasketuprightsystem,theswept-topbasket,the

monoblockburnerfuelmanifold,andofcourse,theSpecial
Shape (amongnumerousothers).

And our innovations yield real benefits, as known by our com-
petitors who adopt them when our patents expire. These benefits
translate into greater reliability, better performance, and an
overall better flight experience.

Lighter Weightfor Lighter Work
Camerons are lighter than the norm. Our fabric is more than 25%
lighter thanother brands, and our baskets are up to40% lighter
for easier handling and greater lift. Our titanium tanks save you
nearly 30 poundsper tank, andour Kevron™ load tapes reduce
theweightofa90,000cubicfootballoonbymorethan25
pounds! And Kevron makes your loadtapes invisible – no more
lines traversingyour color pattern!

Wantthe BestValue in ballooning?
Then consider our new exciting Medalist package—which com-
bines ballooning’s hottest features: lighter weight,higher strength,
more power, easier handling, a distinctive appearance, and a very
attractive price.

Choose from a Z-65, Z-70 or Z-77 envelope with super strong,
super light weight Kevron—which lightens your load (saves
about 25 pounds!) and reduces bulk for easier packing and lower
flying temperatures—then add Hyperlast™ down to the equator,
a competition sleeve and competition packing bag, plus the
Signature Pattern with cuts that give youamazing ways to make
yourballoon bold and distinctive. Plus you get a42x52 Aristocrat
basket with special Medalist™ weave, cushion floor, skid cov-
ers, drop line, and wireless Flytec instruments. Fire power? You
bet—with our Ultra Single burner fueled by two stainless 15
gallon tanks with padded jackets.

All standard equipment on the most affordableracing machine on
the market. But hurry, the Medalist is available for a limited time
only!

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Metallic gold not shownStandardCameronFeatures
Envelope: Custom pattern at no extra cost. Cameron’s exclusive
Loaded-Mouth™forefficientinflations,fullNomex™base
panels,Hyperlast™parachute, fullNomexPressure Scoop™,
Kevlar™ or stainless steel envelope suspension cables, Kevlar™
deflationline,Cordura™water-resistantcarryingbag. Double
rotation vents standard onmodels 140,000 cu. ft. andabove.
Burner and FuelSystem:Two15gallonstainless(orthree 10-
gallon aluminum) tanks with padded covers. Titanium 15-gallon
tanks are optional. Fully gimbaled MK IVUltra Single burner on
models up to 100,000 cubic feet, (except Concept series, standard
with theMK IV Single), Whisperauxiliary quiet burner, vapor or
liquid pilot light, and piezzo electronic ignition. Models 105,000
cu. ft. and larger come standardwith the MK IVSuperDouble
burner.Siroccodoubleburnerisoptionalonallmodelsupto
250,000cu. ft. Models 250,000cu. ft. standard with the MK IV
UltraTriple.
Basket: 42"x50" (42"x36"on Concept) Sport basket with shock-
absorbent all-wovenfloor, hardwoodskids, leather scuff edge,
carryinghandlesonoutside,insidehand-holds,built-in-step,
paddedcordurabolsteranduprightcovers,documentdisplay
case, fireextinguisher, and storage bag for upright covers and poles.
Instruments:BallM55FlightComputer.OptionalFLYTEC
wirelessinstruments available.

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ModelSize (cu. ft.)Env Price
CONCEPT Series:12/16 gore design
C-6060,000$ 11,490
C-8080,00013,590
C-100100,00016,140
VIVA Series:8gore design
V-5656,000$ 11,150
V-6565,00011,950
V-7777,00013,385
V-9090,00015,495
“O” Series:12gore medium smooth design
O-5656,000$ 12,240

Sys

Price

$ 19,130
21,665
24,495

$ 22,520
23,570
24,860
26,995

$ 25,170

O-6565,00013,915
O-7070,00014,350
O-7777,00015,015
O-8484,00016,180
O-9090,00017,200
O-105*105,00019,145
“A” Series:20 gore design
A-105*105,000$ 19,780
A-120*120,00021,885
A-140*140,00024,435
A-160*160,00025,915
A-180*180,00028,770
A-210*210,00031,630
A-250**250,00035,945
A-300**300,00042,470
A-315**315,00043,370
“N” Series:24, 28, 32gores, vertical cut
N-5656,000$ 13,995
N-6565,00014,915
N-7070,00015,815
N-7777,00016,920
N-9090,00018,405
N-105*105,00020,090
N-120*120,00022,105
N-133*133,00023,255
N-145*145,00025,335
N-160*160,00026,815
N-180*180,00030,145
N-210*210,00032,685
“Z” Series:24gores, horizontal cut
Z-6565,000$ 14,915
Z-7070,00015,815
Z-7777,00016,920
Z-9090,00018,405
Z-105*105,00020,090

26,115
26,580
27,215
28,255
29,750
31,870

$ 32,495
35,215
37,150
39,360
41,215
43,630
51,715
58,065
59,425

$ 26,155
26,895
27,490
28,190
30,495
33,025
35,450
36,485
38,290
39,610
41,380
44,225

$ 26,895
27,490
28,190
30,495
33,025

SPECIAL SHAPES BY QUOTATION

*MK IV Super Double burner standard
**MK IV Super Triple burner standard

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