Wikipedia
For all you need to know about the history of hot air ballooning.
British Association of Balloon Operators (BABO)
Trade organization representing UK passenger balloon operators holding Air Operators Certificates.
British Balloon and Airship Club (BBAC)
The British Balloon and Airship Club exists to promote the discipline of lighter-than-air flight: Hot Air Ballooning, Gas Ballooning, and Airship flying. The club is active in looking after the interests of its members, and has representation on most of the General Aviation Committees.
Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)
The Civil Aviation Authority is the UK's specialist aviation regulator dealing with licensing and safety.
Balloon Manufacturers
Cameron Balloons
Cameron Balloons is the world's largest manufacturer of hot-air balloons making almost every conceivable type of lighter-than-air craft.
Lindstrand Balloons
Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd is based in Oswestry, Shropshire. The Lindstrand team has been building lighter-than-air craft on the same site for over 25 years.
Ultramagic Balloons
With more than 30 years in balloons, Ultramagic Balloons are now firmly established as one of the leading balloon manufacturers in the world.
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