Balloon put through MOT for Bristol Balloon Fiesta

Name: Balloon put through MOT for Bristol Balloon Fiesta
Uploaded: 2019-08-10T12:37:12.000Z
Duration: 1 min 5 s
Description: Festival balloons have been grounded by the weather but as aircraft they still have to be airworthy.

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A hot air balloon is a registered aircraft, exactly the same as an aeroplane or a helicopter.

Being a registered aircraft means it needs an annual inspection to prove its airworthiness and ensure its "ship shape and Bristol fashion", even if the grim weather keeps it grounded.

Bristol

10 August 2019