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BALLOON FLIGHT SCHOOL

Balloon Excelsior, Inc.

COMMERCIAL CERTIFICATE in 10 hours; FAA-Approved School, Air Agency 1A8V209Q. Experienced instructors. High success rate. Proven curriculum. Individual instruction. Learn in California from the first FAA-certificated school. Private as low as $1100, Commercial as low as $1700. Practical Test immediately available; our Chief Instructor is FAA Designated Balloon Pilot Examiner. Textbook(s) included.

For details or literature: Balloon Excelsior, 1241 High St., Oakland, CA 94601. Phone (510) 261-4222; FAX (510) 261-7908

World Balloon Corporation

World Balloon is the company and Albuquerque is the place! FAA Part 141 Balloon School (RD1S-448K) Private and Commercial courses. Excellent instructors; tightly controlled curriculums. We don't miss a thing. Our 25 years experience, wide open spaces, and year-around weather provide the swiftest graduation possible. Normal Private course $1,260 your balloon; $2,250 ours. Check ride included. 20% discount if you purchase balloon through WBC.

World Balloon Corporation, 4800 Eubank NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. (505) 293-6800; FAX (505) 294-5619.

Adventure Flights, Inc.

FAA Part 141 Balloon school (QJBV584K). Private & Commercial courses. Commercial license in 10 hours in as little as 7 days, wx permitting. In business since 1976. Chief instructor has over 3,500 hours. Individual instruction. 100% pass rate. Best weather (year round). Private as low as $1,100. Commercial as low as $1,700. On-site accommodations available. TRAIN WITH THE BEST.

Adventure Flights, Inc., 19301 Jasmine Ct., Lake Elsinore, CA 92530. (909) 678-4334: FAX (909) 678-2011.

BOOKS

Balloon PublishingCompany

NEW! Balloon Private Pilot Practical Test Standards. The new check ride. Just released by the FAA, effective June 1996. If you instruct, or are a student, you need this book. There are many changes. $6.

How To Fly A Balloon; The Balloonist's Resource. Techniques of layout, inflation, flight, landing, equipment, fueling, regulations and other information useful to students and experienced pilots. A great introduction to ballooning. $35.

Balloon Ground School Home Study Manual. Specifically written to pass FAA written and practical tests. Official textbook of FAA School IA8S209Q. Used worldwide. $35.

Balloon Instructor's Manual. A clear, concise manual to help instructors provide complete training, and fulfill all FAA requirements. Second Edition, Revision 2, contains forms, endorsements, syllabus, Private, Commercial, and Balloon CFI Test Standards. $30.

BFR Guide. FAA requirements and recommendations for a Biennial Flight Review per FAR 61.56. Endorsement wording. $5.

WINGS. Description and regulations for the FAA's Pilot Proficiency Award Program for hot-air balloons. Training requirements in checklist format. $5.

All books postpaid in US. International and wholesale prices available. Balloon Publishing, 1241 High Street, Oakland, CA 94601. (510) 261-4222

Balloon Books

Balloon Digest $35; Home Study Manual $33; FAR/AIM $15; Propane and Fuel Management $13; Powerline Safety Manuel $19; Ground Crew Manual $9; Aviation Weather $12; Aviation Weather Services $14; Fire Weather $15; Pilot Log $9; Crew Log $7; Private Test Prep $17; Commercial Test Prep $17; Aviation Instructor Handbook $10; Balloon Instructor's Manual $25; Hot Air Henry $5; The Art of Hot Air Ballooning $35; The Great Balloon Festival $20; Ballooning the Complete Guide to Riding the Winds $22.50; How to Fly a Balloon $35; Free Brochure; Add $5.95 per order for postage & handling.

Liberty Balloon Co, 6730 Barber Hill Rd, Groveland, NY 14462. (800) 777-2359.

VIDEOS

Video Ground School

All the same volumes of information, clear explanations, and real life ballooning applications found in our live classes, are here. Especially known for excellent weather information. It's convenient. It's easy to review. People love it. Revised and updated January 1991. Tuition $245. Alum $55. Security Deposit $495. 30 day rental of tapes; workbook and test books included. Liberty Balloon Co. (716) 243-3178.

BALLOON PINS

The Plano Pin Company

If creativity, quality and service are important to you, call us! We offer only the finest Cloisonne and Epoxy pins. Ask about our numerous unique options such as Cubic Zirconias. Commercial accounts and rallies our speciality! Stock Pin Catalog available. Free art services, extended hours and competitive prices. We accept Master Card/Visa.

Call Toll Free 1-800-562-9194

The Plano Pin Company, 2701-C W. 15th, Ste 266, Plano, TX 75075. (972) 867-5152; Fax (214) 985-0840. Internet:http://www.launch. net/planopin/, e-mail: planopin@ onramp.net

The Ultimate in Pins & Patches

ATTN: BALLOONIST! There is a new pin process that is better and less expensive than Cloisonne!

This new enamelling process we call Pro-Enamel. Pro-Enamel looks and feels like Cloisonne. Colors are more vivid and can be matched accurately. Prices are even lower than Cloisonne.

Cloisonne, Baked Enamel and Etched pin processes are also available.

Ask about our embroidered patch services.

Call 1-800-336-2724 for more information

The March Co., Southwestern Balloon Adventures, 3815 Academy Parkway North, N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87109.

SUPERIOR BALLOON PINS

Cloisonne, Die Striking with Soft Enamel & Photoetching.

With over 30 years in the emblematic jewelry business we offer superior service with excellent quality, low cost, and reliable delivery.

Contact: Midwestern Specialty Co., PO Box 1725, Manchester, MO 63011. Phone 1-800-PINS MADE (746-7623).

Beautiful Pins and Patches

Custom made to order. Complete line of stock balloon pins and patches available. Very competitive pricing and excellent quality. Write or Fax for our full color, 12 page catalog.

Kevin White Custom Emblems, 2348 Nabal St, Escondido CA 92025. Fax (619) 739-01241 or TOLL FREE 1-800-78KEVIN .

PROMOTIONAL

KUSTOM KARDSTM
Balloon Trading Card
Easy . . . all you need is a Photo and your thoughts, we'll design your card and Fax you a proof.
Top Quality . . . NEW "thin" color coordinated border and the finest coated card stock make your personalized trading card a real "Eye Catching Keeper".
Reasonable . . . 1000 Deluxe Cards - $149. Ask about Balloon Life and volume discounts. We also quote Post Cards, Brochures, Posters, and Flyers.
1-800-844-3714
Kustom KardsTM, 429 Kimmeridge Dr, Baton Rouge LA 70815-6924

BALLOON BANNERS

Florida Balloon Promotions, Inc.

Are you a... New Pilot? Old/Bold Pilot? Race Organizer? Sponsor? Balloon Company? Advertiser? Do you need... Quality? A Good Fit? Exact Logo Duplication? Quick Service? Individual Attention? Professional Help??? The Total Answer is!!! Florida Balloon Promotions, Inc. We have hot air balloon banners starting at $1.10 per square ft.

Florida Balloon Promotions, Inc. 1218 Florida St., Kissimmee, FL 34741. Phone (407) 847-5910 FAX (407) 846-7997.

MUSEUMS

Soukup & Thomas International Balloon and Airship Museum

World's most comprehensive collection of 200+ years of ballooning and airship history; displays include historical artwork, artifacts, antiques, commemorative, aeronautical equipment, and complete airworthy balloon systems. 14,000 sq. ft; nine Galleries; Video Theatre; Gift Shop. Memorial Day through mid-September 8-8 daily; Off-season 9-5 Mon-Sat, 1-5 Sun, Closed Wed (hours subject to change); Closed January.

Soukup & Thomas International Balloon and Airship Museum, 700 N. Main Street, Mitchell, SD 57301. (605) 996-2311; FAX (605) 996-2218.

MISCELLANEOUS

Enhance Your Collection

PIN PAL - Durable fabric briefcases designed for pin collectors. Perfect for carrying pins to rallies. Quilted pages have pouches and fabric protector sheets. Two sizes: Large 8 page 9"x13" with zipper close-holds 400 pins - $35.00. Variety of colors available.

Collector Pins - In addition to our stock catalog, we also publish 6-8 Collector Catalogs per year, each with over 500 unique pins. We accept Master Card/Visa.

Call Toll Free 1-800-562-9194

The Plano Pin Company, 2701-C W. 15th, Ste 266, Plano, TX 75075. (972) 867-5152; Fax (214) 985-0840. Internet:http://www.launch. net/planopin/, e-mail: planopin@ onramp.net

MarketPlace Ad Rates

60 word descriptive ad plus name, address, and phone number. Unlike other publications there is NO surcharge for underlining, CAPITAL LETTERS, bold face, or italics. $60 for 3 months, $100 for 6 months, $160 for 12 months