LENGTH OF FLIGHT AND COST
Whether you choose to fly on either one of our morning or evening flights, the length of the flight is approximately one hour.  The total time we are together is about 3 hours.  We have both group flights and private flights.   Some of our balloons can carry up to 6 passengers plus the pilot. Some can carry strictly 2, 3 or 4 plus the pilot.

WHO CAN GO
Flying in a hot air balloon is an exciting, wonderful experience. The flight is quite peaceful and serene. Normally, the landings are fairly gentle. Occasionally, however, they can be bumpy and on rare occasions, the impact with the ground can be quite hard, presenting the possibility of injury. Therefore, we must request that passengers have the ability to hang on tight to the basket and be able to flex their legs upon landing. Passengers with any physical or medical problems must inform us of them prior to their date of flight. Unfortunately, we can not take pregnant women or children under the age of five.

WHEN WE FLY
Ballooning is an enjoyable adventure 12 months a year. However, our busy season runs from April through November. During these months, we fly seven days a week, weather permitting, either in the morning or early evening. Ballooning is only possible during the first couple hours after sunrise and the last couple hours before sunset. During the middle of the day, the winds are generally far too strong to safely fly balloons, and there are also unpredictable thermal conditions caused by heating from the sun.

WHERE WE MEET
We meet at Red Knapp's restaurant in Oxford.  Click HERE for a map.

WEATHER CONDITIONS
The winds must be under 12 mph in order to fly safely. Naturally, we cannot fly in thunderstorms or fog. If a flight must be canceled because of uncooperative weather conditions, the flight will be rescheduled for a mutually agreeable date.

SCHEDULING PROCEDURE
In order to schedule a flight, a gift certificate or a $50.00 per person non-refundable deposit is required. Reservations can be made over the phone, generally, with only a few days notice. However, weekend flights and private flights are best reserved well in advance, as they fill up quickly. If you have friends that would like to join you on your flight, we can put you all together in your own balloon. Since we fly eight balloons with varying capacities, quite often we may have an opening for the very same day that you call. You can also schedule a flight online, just click HERE!

WHAT TO WEAR & BRING
Depending upon the time of year, you should dress appropriately for each season. We feel that casual clothes are most comfortable. Jeans are fine and tennis or comfortable walking shoes will suit you best for evening flights. For morning flights, you may wish to wear water-proof footwear that can keep the dew off your feet. Please no open toe or high heel shoes and no sandals should be worn. Bringing a light weight jacket is a good idea, because sometimes the temperature is cooler at higher altitudes. A hat or cap is also advisable, to prevent your head from the radiant heat of the burner. You are welcome to bring still and video cameras along on your flight to capture your wonderful ballooning adventure at your own risk.

FOLLOWING THE BALLOONS
Upon arrival of all the passengers and guests, we will choose a launch site, which is determined by which direction the winds are blowing at that time. We will offer transportation for all of our passengers, and encourage any family and friends of those who are flying, to follow in their own vehicles. After all of the balloons are launched, each will be followed by its own chase vehicle and crew, who will be in radio contact with their particular balloon. Again, guests are welcome to follow each chase vehicle. Be prepared to stop often and wait on the side of the road while the balloon passes by. Guests are encouraged to bring their cameras to snap shots of their friends waving as they fly overhead.

FOR POTENTIAL CREW MEMBERS
Volunteering to chase balloons and becoming a part of the Sky Adventures team is a great way to become involved with hot air ballooning. We always welcome new crew people. Anyone who is a good driver, personable, and enjoys the outdoors, is a good candidate for chasing. (A strong back helps, too!) We offer special deals on balloon flights for our chase crews. Give us a call for details!

CHAMPAGNE & SOUVENIRS
Once we return after the flight, we commence with the traditional champagne celebration for all our passengers and their guests. (We naturally have sparking juice for our young passengers and also for adults that prefer non-alcoholic champagne.) All passengers drink their champagne in Sky Adventures champagne flutes, which they take with them as a keepsake. As well as the traditional champagne celebration, all passengers receive a souvenir balloon pin that is a replica of the balloon in which they flew. We offer a wide selection of Sky Adventures goods for sale including: golf and baseball caps, sweatshirts, embroidered golf shirts, coffee mugs, as well as film for your cameras. Once you arrive, come take a look!

GIFT CERTIFICATES
Sky Adventures gift certificates make unique, extra-special gifts. We offer them for individuals, couples, and groups, and they can generally be used with short notice. Please call for more information. Gift certificates can be sent out immediately through the mail.

PILOT TRAINING
Sky Adventures is a full service ballooning center. Complete pilot training is offered during the spring and summer months. Sky Adventures is a sales representative for FireFly Sport balloons and can assist anyone interested in purchasing a new or used balloon. We also operate a FAA certified balloon repair station and we always keep all of our equipment in perfect airworthy condition.