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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
| 26 January 2012 | Australia Day in the Parramatta Park - NSW |
| 18-20 February 2012 | Port Stephens Community Visit |
| 10-18 March 2012 | Canberra Balloon Festival |
| 1 April 2012 | Hawker Primary School Fete |
| 10-18 April 2012 | Tassie Tour |
| 6 May 2012 | Collector Village Pumpkin Festival - NSW |
| 19-20 April 2012 | Pearce Airshow |
| 21-27 April 2012 | WA Tour |
| 16-22 June 2012 | QLD Outback Tour |
| 26 January 2012 | Australia Day in the Parramatta Park - NSW |
| 17 June 2012 | Fit Kids Community Fun Run - QLD |
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.
PLAY NOW!
Visit the FOR TEACHERS FOR STUDENTS website for a whole range of Air Force Balloon school activities.
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
General Questions
If you have any general questions, please contact the Air Force Balloon personnel using the following details:
Air Force Balloon Flight Commander
C/- No. 28 Squadron
HMAS Harman
ACT 2600
Phone: (02) 6127 6809
Fax: (02) 6127 6800
E-mail: airforce.balloon@defence.gov.au
