NASA’s Balloon Program Office successfully completed the second test flight of its Super Pressure Balloon (SPB) at 3:54 p.m. EDT, Saturday, July 2, setting a new flight duration record for a ...

The USA, Europe and Australia are home to the best hot air balloon festivals. Bookmark this list for the best in 2026.

Walla Walla-based hot air balloon pilot Devin White glances at the altimeter attached to Spectra, making a mental note of his altitude and wind speed. Spectra is White’s rainbow ombre-colored balloon ...

As Ron Cassidy’s Owyhee Heights balloon takes flight, the gas jet roars, super heating the air inside. The sound soon becomes an afterthought as the stunning sight of the Lower Yakima Valley’s rolling ...

WELL, WE ARE HOPING FOR A CALM CONDITIONS IN THE DAYS AHEAD. PERFECT FOR FLYING THOSE BALLOONS. LET’S GET YOU BACK OVER TO BYRON MORTON. YEAH, WE TALK ABOUT THIS ALL THE TIME. OF COURSE, THE WIND IS ...

Hyderabad hosts the Hot Air Balloon Festival 2026 from January 16–18. Here's everything about balloon rides, Parade Ground ...