Inflation of the hot air balloon



Your curiosity about hot air balloons may come from an idyllic trip you have recently taken, from an exciting read through the most bucolic worlds, or simply because you feel like it. But it is not surprising, balloons have attracted attention since their creation in the 18th century until today. You don't have to be a child to be amazed if you see one of these giants flying above you.

So if you are looking to leave everyone with their mouths open when they find out about your mastery over balloons, the first thing you have to start with is knowing the parts of which these aircraft are made up. .

Mainly, today's hot air balloons are made up of three distinct parts from their highest part to the "basket": the envelope or candle, the burners and the naissance .


 Basic parts of a balloon


  • The envelope is the famous colored sail that we see, the most characteristic of the balloon and what we identify it with the naked eye. It is responsible for keeping the balloon in the air and is made of synthetic material that withstands high temperatures inside.
  • Between the sail and the boat, above our heads, the burners would be located, the part where the propane gas points towards the interior of the envelope and makes your flight possible.
  • Hooked to the sail is the boat, the basket in which the passengers travel. It is generally made of wicker with a metal structure and is connected through cables to the sail.
In the following image you can see in more detail an image of the rest of the components of a hot air balloon.


 Parts of a hot air balloon



These are very well differentiated from each other and therefore, it will not be difficult for you to differentiate them. In fact, it seems almost magical that an aircraft of such size can fly without depending on any engine and using only hot gas along with air currents. Hence, seeing a balloon fly, and much more traveling in one of them, is something impressive. Without turbulence, without shocks... a gentle walk through the sky you have chosen that will make you feel an incredible sensation of freedom.

But if you really want to be an expert on the subject and know all the details that involve balloon flights, it is best to click here and don't waste another minute booking your air tour. You can choose any destination in our country, and only then will you be able to say with a big mouth that you are an expert when it comes to hot air balloons.