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The Air Force Balloons are operated by Central Flying School which is located at RAAF Base East Sale in Victoria. However the balloons themselves are based in Canberra and lodge with No. 28 Squadron. The balloons conduct regular training flights in the Canberra region in addition to their touring program. The mobility of the Air Force Balloons enables them to travel to many regional areas to promote the Air Force.

A hot-air balloon can support events to which it may not be feasible or economical to send other Air Force aircraft. Because balloons are able to launch from an open space rather than an airfield, and conduct low-level tethered flights, Air Force balloon crews have a great opportunity to personally represent the Air Force to many people.

Next display

Check the Balloon calendar for the next display.

Games and School Activities

Test your skill and play the fun Air Force Balloon interactive. Navigate your way around the countryside and see how high you can get your score.

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Visit the FOR TEACHERS FOR STUDENTS website for a whole range of Air Force Balloon school activities.

http://www.forteachersforstudents.com.au logo http://forteachersforstudents.com.au/RAAF

On the RAAF section within the For Teachers For Students site you will find a 'Student Content' section, where students will discover interesting facts about the Royal Australian Air Force, its aircraft, airbases and operations.

Air Force Balloon Activities
http://forteachersforstudents.com.au/RAAF/P-Balloon/index.php

Contact

Request Balloon Display

To request a Balloon display, send a completed word icon image Request Form (120kb) to fax number (02) 6127 6800 or mail to:

Air Force Balloon Pilot
C/- No. 28 Squadron
HMAS Harman
ACT 2601

Requests for events for the period July to December must be with Balloon Flight by 30 May.

Event requests for the period January to June, must be with the Balloon Flight by 30 November.

General Questions

If you have any general questions, please contact the Air Force Balloon Pilot using the following details:

Squadron Leader Michael Bannerman
C/- No. 28 Squadron
HMAS Harman
ACT 2601

Phone: (02) 6127 6809
Fax: (02) 6127 6800
E-mail: email icon image airforce.balloon@defence.gov.au