The hibernation of the pilot

The hibernation of the pilot

But what does a balloon pilot do when he can’t take his balloon out because of the weather? And this has been going on for a month. He is tempted to clean his basket, his burner, but it is a bit cold. So he is collating his photos and videos taken during the...
Thorough seasonal check and storage

Thorough seasonal check and storage

It takes practically a 1500 m2 shed to store some of the material necessary for the GEMAB. Signs, barrels, barriers, pipes, a real arsenal that needs to be maintained regularly, especially as the next edition approaches. It is a real winter job that the logistic team...
The activity does not weaken on the airfield of Chambley

The activity does not weaken on the airfield of Chambley

Even if the hot air balloons remain on the ground for the moment, the planes and Ulm are having a great time. It is easier to fly with aircraft in this period of wind and rain. The same is true for the ground activity of the Grand Est circuit of Chambley which...
A very busy November 11 weekend

A very busy November 11 weekend

The Moselle balloonists association organizes its annual group flight every November 11. Depending on the year, the fortunes are diverse. This year, the fog lifted late in the afternoon, but allowed a small flight. In the morning already a new pilot from the Pilâtre...
Grooming crew members

Grooming crew members

Hot air ballooning is an individual sport that is practiced in a team. We always talk about the pilot, his one year training, his obligation to know the air regulations, the weather, in particular. Then there is the practical training, that is to say to put oneself at...