Pilots attempt to fly to common site, usually the site of a public event. All balloons start from same spot and try to fly to the same destination. Uses backup burner, because it has a luminous flame. Makes balloon look like a giant light bulb. Call for information.
Cost varies with customizing.
Galaxy balloons have rectangular baskets and can carry two to 16 passengers. The companies, next to each other at 810 Salisbury Road, make and sell a total of about 200 hot-air balloons per year, by way of 180 balloon dealers around the world. And you can't beat Southern workmanship. Tours of the company aren't offered, but you can see the two FAA-approved fields where the balloons are tested. Conn says balloons are inflated there most every morning when the weather is calm.