Being a balloon flight instructor is a mix of a lifestyle and passion to share the knowledge with others. Your initial privileges will be to teach towards the Balloon Pilot Licence. After many hours spent by sailing the balloon in the air you will become an observer and your main task will be to share the knowledge with your BPL student. On the one hand it is an exciting moment. On the other hand it is a natural path of the development of the Balloon Pilot career.
The Balloon Instructor training course is structured to develop your safety awareness by teaching the knowledge, skills and attitudes in at least following:
If you are interested in Balloon Flight Instructor training you have to be at least 18 years old, be a holder of the Balloon Pilot License and valid Hot-air balloon class rating for Group A balloons.
In addition, you have to shall have:
You will complete flight training in order to practise the principles of basic instruction towards the Balloon Pilot Licence level. Flying part is going to be your real touch with the BPL trainee. There will be either role-play instruction with FI(B) instructor or directly with the less experienced Balloon Pilot. The airmanship is a vital ingredient of all flight operations.
The Balloon Flight Instructor training course consists of following parts:
The FI(B) training is followed by the FI(B) assessment of competence with EASA Balloon Flight Examiner. The validity of the Balloon Flight Instructor is 5 years.
In our balloon school, we recognize that the fast-paced, dynamic nature of the modern aviation world demands a nimble, customized approach. Our team of experts works closely with you to introduce you our balloon training programs that address your specific demand to unlock your full potential and mastering the ballooning with us.
We are part of ProfiPilot Training. We are thus dedicated to ensure that every balloon trainee pilot receives the very best preparation and instruction to become skilled, knowledgeable, and confident balloon pilot. Our team of highly-qualified balloon instructors are not just experts in their fields, but passionate mentors focused on fostering the next generation of balloon pilots.
Each of the balloon school trainee is provided with a personal training manager, a dedicated professional who serves as a one-on-one guide throughout their balloon pilot journey. This individualized approach ensures that every balloon pilot receives the personalized attention and support they need to thrive.