Adventure Awaits Spring 2026: Read Our New E-Magazine
Our Spring 2026 edition of Adventure Awaits has arrived, with ballooning stories, guest experiences, beautiful photography and fresh reasons to meet us at sunrise.
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Flight Log 006: From Private Pilot to Commercial Balloon Pilot
Learn how balloon pilots progress from private flying to commercial operations through experience, supervised flights, advanced training and competency assessments.
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Flight Log 005: The Compulsory Training Introductory Flight
Learn why the compulsory Training Introductory Flight forms part of the Balloon School pre-enrolment process, what applicants experience and what happens afterwards.
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Flight Log 004: What Does Hot Air Balloon Pilot Training Include?
Discover what hot air balloon pilot training includes, from ground school and practical instruction to weather, flight planning, safety and licensing assessments.
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Flight Log 003: Entry Requirements for Hot Air Balloon Pilot Training in South Africa
Understand the academic, medical, physical and administrative requirements for applying to hot air balloon pilot training in South Africa.
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Flight Log 002: What Is a Balloon Private Pilot Licence?
Learn what a Balloon Private Pilot Licence allows and how the training works. Discover why it is the first step towards becoming a qualified hot air balloon pilot in South Africa.
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Flight Log 001: How Do You Become a Hot Air Balloon Pilot in South Africa?
Learn how aspiring hot air balloon pilots begin training, gain practical experience and progress towards licensed balloon operations in South Africa.
