Balloon flights and rides by hot-air balloon



Quotes from previous trainees

	"Terry taught me everything I needed to know. He got me through my training quickly and encouraged me every part of the way. Good training is important - it saves you money in the long run." Andrew Holly (Commercial Balloon Pilot, UK). "I have found that in all activities,mountaineering, polar trips or ballooning, you should always try and get the best instruction by professionals. After 5 hours as P1 I flew solo over the Andes, and also managed the longest balloon flight in the arctic. This was possible because of my instruction by one of the best professionals in the world - Terry McCoy. I wholeheartedly endorse his programme to fulfil your ultimate dreams." Dr David Hempleman-Adams (Balloon Pilot and Explorer, UK). "Although I only received instructor flights from Terry, he taught me some very important skills that I still use every time I fly, as well as me teaching them to people that I am now training. The "Five P's" and "Thumb up the ripline" immediately spring to mind! A big "thank you" to Terry and all at Ascent!" Richard Allen (Private Balloon Pilot, UK). "I have always been very grateful for your instruction and could not have wished for a better man to guide me into this sport. I always remember you shouting PULL!, PULL! the first time we had a drag landing and also the second flight out of an event, at noon, with most pilots frowning at taking off outside flying hours. I have had to do this many times and your determination at decision making has always helped me in this". Nick Braun (Commercial Balloon Pilot, Argentina).