Balloon Excelsior, 1241 High St., Oakland, CA 94601. Phone (510) 261-4222; FAX (510) 261-7908, email: balpub@vdn.com.
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 26 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 your purchase balloon through World.
World Balloon , 4800 Eubank NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. (505) 293-6800; FAX (505) 294-5619.
Adventure Flights, Inc.
FAA Part 141 Balloon school (QJBV584K). Private and 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.
Balloon The Rockies
Learn quickly from 25 years of balloon experience. Instructor, Examiner,
Mike Bauwens has over 3,000 hours in the mountains of Alaska, Colorado,
and Utah and will train you for all conditions. Operating under FAA Part
141 certificate #KL65669N. Private, Commercial, or Private/Commercial completed
within 2 weeks, per ability, in beautiful Park City, UT.
Balloon the Rockies. Web Site: www.aeronaut.com, PO Box 981150, Park City, UT 84098. (435) 649-2517, Fax (435) 658-3370.
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 St, Oakland, CA 94601. 510-261-4222
Balloon Books
Balloon Digest $30; Home Study Manual $33; FAR/AIM $16; 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 $5; Private Test Prep $17; Commercial Test Prep $17; Aviation
Instructor Handbook $10; Balloon Instructor's Manual $30; 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 $7.00 per order for postage and handling.
Liberty Balloon Co, 6730 Barber Hill Rd, Groveland, NY 14462. (800) 777-2359.
SUPERIOR BALLOON PINS
Cloisonne, Die Striking with Soft Enamel and 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).
Pins and Patches
We have the experience, 15 years, in all types of metal pins, including
cast. Free art work. In a hurry? We can give fast delivery. Due to our high
volume business, our prices may seem too low, so before you pay too much,
check with us.
S. O. Shaw, S.O.S. Pin Co., 7363 Stonebrook Pl., Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. Phone 909-945-2825, Fax 909-625-4351.
Florida Balloon Promotions, Inc. 1218 Florida St., Kissimmee, FL 34741. Phone (407) 847-5910 FAX (407) 846-7997.
Soukup and Thomas International Balloon and Airship Museum, 700 N. Main Street, Mitchell, SD 57301. (605) 996-2311; FAX (605) 996-2218.
For a free one month trial or literature call J. Neils Enterprises, toll free (888) 257-8967, 3645 W Hollister Hills, Post Falls, ID 83854.
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