More to the Story: The Balloonist's Perspective

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In this More to the Story episode of More Right Rudder, we explore the perspective of flight instruction without power—just heat, wind, and a whole lot of planning. Beth Stanton, NAFI's Director of Publications, sits down with Kim and Adam Magee, co-founders of The Balloon Training Academy and recent Mentor magazine contributors, to discuss the unique world of hot air ballooning. They dive into the key differences between powered and non-powered flight, including weather considerations, ground crew coordination, and risk management. The Magees share valuable tips every powered aircraft pilot should know—from how balloonists read the skies to what it really takes to launch, navigate, and land a balloon safely. And what to do if you encounter one at your airport. It’s an eye-opening conversation for any pilot ready to think beyond the engine. Learn more about balloon flying at The Balloon Training Academy: https://www.theballoontrainingacademy.com/ Thank you to our sponsors Sporty's and ForeFlight. If you aren't already a NAFI member, join us today at https://nafimentor.org. Anybody is welcome to join. You can save $5 on your new or renewal membership with code PODSAVE5.

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This episode was published on July 22, 2025.

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In this More to the Story episode of More Right Rudder, we explore the perspective of flight instruction without power—just heat, wind, and a whole lot of planning. Beth Stanton, NAFI's Director of Publications, sits down with Kim and Adam Magee,...

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