810 Salisbury Road
Statesville, NC 28677
(704) 878-9507
FAX (704) 878-9505
President: Sidney Conn
Galaxy Balloons is a company with a unique history. Rising like the mythical Phoenix from the unused US FAA Type Certificate of Piccard Balloons, Galaxy started in full production in 1985 to become a full line balloon manufacturer. In fact, in its first year of production, Galaxy came in as the third largest manufacturer of balloons in the US and has never looked back.
From these beginnings, the Galaxy line now includes envelope sizes from the 6, with a displacement of 56,000 cubic feet, all the way up to size 11, which displaces 240,000 cubic feet. Rectangular carriage sizes range in size from 40"x48" to the gargantuan 60"x120" 16-passenger divided compartment model.
Galaxy Balloons are the best value in hot air balloons in the world. Combining function, safety and aesthetics each system is designed with you, the pilot, in mind. Each model is strong, lightweight and inexpensive. For maximum safety and strength the carriage frames and removable uprights are constructed from nonconductive materials, natural rattan for the smaller sporting systems and high-strength composites for the heavy-duty ride carrying end of the spectrum. In none of the carriages are there electrically conductive metal structural members. Sturdy 7mm wicker is woven vertically to prevent snares and entanglements during low level flight and landings. Nonconductive fuel hoses and high-tech insulated fuel tank covers help to protect against potential arc strikes. A full range of electronic or mechanical instruments are mounted either in a handsome panel.
All Galaxy envelopes are built from strong, long-lasting polyester with an exceptionally durable coating. This fabric has a limited 1000 hour/ 6 year warranty. The approved redline continuous operating temperature of this fabric is 300 degrees (a full 50 degrees higher than any nylon envelope). "IntegralNet" construction provides enormous envelope strength and allows for complete fabric panel isolation by transferring stress from the fabric to the load-carrying structure. The use of many small panels gives great color design flexibility. Full 360 degree skirts and parachute valves are standard on all Galaxy models. A new modified scoop is also available.
Other safety features include nonconductive Kevlon suspension cables for envelope connection, rotation vents and a FireToo backup burner and emergency pilot light shut-off switch both controlled right from the burner.
Galaxy balloons come equipped with the revolutionary new Mirage burner from The Balloon Works. At 43.9 million BTUH per hour input, it is the most powerful in the world! At 101 dbA, it is also the quietest.
Optional equipment includes 15 gallon stainless steel tanks, fully electronic altimeter, variometer and temperature indicator, rotation vents, Nomex skirt and scoops, pulley assisted valve lines, various configurations of compartmentalized carriages and spectacular graphics.
The Choice is Yours
Ride operators know the importance of minimizing passenger injury. There is no safer divided compartment balloon for your passengers than the Galaxy composite-structure baskets. Now available in three sizes, 60x72, 60x96 and 60x120, you will be able to carry from 8 to 16 passengers in padded compartments with individual handholds and easy entry steps.
Since the Galaxy envelope has a four point connection, it has become
the obvious choice for ride operators whose nylon envelopes have worn out
prematurely. Galaxy envelopes are STC'd over a wide variety of carriages
made by other manufacturers and it carries a unique 1000 hour/ 6 year warranty.
Expect more from your money.
Galaxy Systems
Model Carriage Volume (cu.ft.) #of Gores Gross Lift* Payload* List Price
Galaxy 6b 40x48 56000 12 1200 lbs. 830 lbs. $17,500
Galaxy 7b 40x48 65000 12 1300 lbs. 920 lbs. $18,500
Galaxy 7 40x48 77000 16 1680 lbs. 1270 lbs. $22,000
Galaxy 8b 48x60 90000 18 1900 lbs. 1456 lbs. $24,000
Galaxy 8 48x60 105000 24 2450 lbs. 1950 lbs. $29,000
Galaxy 9b 60x72 120000 24 2800 lbs. 1966 lbs. $35,000
Galaxy 9 60x72 140000 36 3285 lbs. 2421 lbs. $37,500
Galaxy 10 60x72 180000 36 3600 lbs. 2646 lbs. $42,400
Galaxy 11 60x96 240000 36 3940 lbs. 2736 lbs. $45,500
Available Galaxy colors (clear not shown)
Available Galaxy carriages
