Chase Crew Page

​Welcome to the wonderful world of Ballooning!  If you are interested in becoming a part of the worlds first form of manned flight, this page will provide you the general resources necessary to understand being part of a chase crew.  The Colorado Balloon Club promotes safety and fun for chase crews, through education and regular flying events.

Being part of a chase crew is great fun and not a lot of hard work. That said, all ballooning crews can use the crew training instructions listed here.  

​Before you get started, please note the following:
•  Each balloon system is different
•  Different pilots use different techniques
•  Be sure to follow the pilot’s instructions
•  Don't forget to ask your pilot questions
 
General rules for balloon chase crew members:
•  Pilot is in charge (crew chief is when pilot is in air)
•  No smoking
•  Don't be late to launch field
•  No drinking until balloon is packed
•  Different pilots have different plans
•  Don’t step on the balloon
•  Only pull on the balloon by the thick load tapes
•  Lift with legs & don't straddle ropes
•  Wear Gloves

Please check out the links listed below for more information on chasing balloons.  If you have any questions or would like to become part of a chase crew, please contact us and we can help you get started.

​Getting Involved in ballooning
What To Wear
Assembly, inflation and launch
​Chasing the balloon
Deflation and packup
Refueling information