Spending time with family and friends. Helping others with their projects. And preparing for the next ballooning adventure.
Why did you become a pilot?
My family got involved with crewing balloons 30 years ago. As I approached retirement, I decided that I would step up my participation and become a pilot. Best decision ever.
What do you find is the most challenging about flying a hot air balloon?
Navigation to targets and that perfect landing spot. Challenging and fun at the same time.
Short description of something interesting that ballooning has allowed you to do?
Ballooning has allowed me to make many many friends, have fun and enjoyment while getting together with those friends, and visiting parts of the United States that I have never seen before.
What do you most want the public to know/understand about hot air balloons and flying them?
Do not be afraid to participate and help crew hot air balloons. Pilots welcome the help. They will absolutely teach you what you need to know. You will have fun and learn things at the same time. Don't hesitate. Join us!
