The Balloon Training Academy

Want to learn how to fly hot air balloons?

You’ve come to the #1SourceForPilotEducation

Our online courses can help you pass the FAA Knowledge Exam for hot air balloons as well as provide continuing education for current pilots!

I just got done with my commercial written and I passed with a 90%! I just wanted to thank you both for creating BTA and wanted you to know what a valuable resource it has been for me. It has been crucial part of both my private and commercial ballooning journey. I so appreciate all of the time and work you have both put into creating the site and the resources for student pilots. I will continue to encourage my friends to use BTA when they are working towards their licenses.

Maddie Jones

While training for my commercial pilot license I found the BTA to be a very effective resource. The Hot Air Balloon Private Pilot Lesson Plans and Syllabus took what seemed to be an overwhelming task of putting together various lesson plans that meet the PTS standards for a private pilot, and broke lesson plans down into simple, easy to teach ground and flight lessons. I also purchased The Advanced Balloon Flying handbook out of interest, and found it very helpful to see their interpretation of various topics discussed in the FAA-H-8083-11 Balloon Flying Handbook. I would highly recommend using the resources BTA has to offer, as I plan to continue using additional resources throughout my flying career!

Jake Riehle

EASY AS 1, 2, 3!

1. Take the online ground school course which is right for you and pass the FAA Knowledge Exam (if required).

2. Obtain flight training from an instructor near you!

3. Pass a practical exam with an FAA Designated Pilot Examiner!

LEARN FROM BALLOONISTS

Learn from industry experts who have the experience and training to help you succeed!

PRACTICE QUESTIONS

Don’t be fooled by other websites, the FAA does NOT publish knowledge test questions. We have hundreds of sample questions for you to practice to prepare you for the exam.

SELF PACED

Learning online is great for people with busy schedules because you can learn at your own pace from your home, or on your mobile device. No need to buy books and lug them around, we have all that you need on the site!

PROGRESS TRACKING

We’re focused on your outcomes and you’ll be able to monitor your progress with our many progress tracking tools. Our all-in-one platform helps you prepare effeciently!

We want YOU to succeed!

Our courses are designed for YOU! We want to see YOU succeed and earn your pilot certificate! We are passionate about your success!

Jennie Kerber

“I couldn’t have done it without you guys! Thank you for your help!”

Eric Wiggins

“The Balloon Training Academy is by far the best ground school availiable for LTA!”

Bill Weiss

“Just passed my private. The Balloon Training Academy was worth every penny and minute spent.”

Brad Hosmer

“The best ground and flight training around!”

Kevin MacDonald

“The Balloon Training Academy proved to be an invaluable resource which allowed me to study at my own pace with limited internet connectivity and covered all of the relevant material needed to succeed on the knowledge exams. With the aid of this online resource, I was able to score 100% on my Private Exam and 95% on my commercial exam on the first attempt. I highly recommend Balloon Training Academy to any aspiring balloon pilot as the most comprehensive online resource that caters specifically to ballooning”

Sky Scheller

“I wanted to thank you so much for this awesome course, I really quite literally could not have done it without you guys!”

Kelly Sasser

The Balloon Training Academy helped me build my confidence and knowledge as I prepared for my check ride. This helped me show my kids that anything is possible if you dream big and work hard.

Rex Smart

Ground schools offered are awesome!! Being able to complete at own pace is a definite bonus. Helped me pass all private pilot requirements and look forward to commercial ground school soon.

Did you hear us on the FAA's podcast?

We were proud to be guests on the Federal Aviation Administration The Air Up There podcast. Listen via the link below!

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Learn from the industry experts!

We are proud to have earned recognition from the Federal Aviation Administration, FAI – World Air Sports Federation, National Aeronautic Association, and Balloon Federation of America.

Special thanks to our Partners in Education!

Proud supporters of the FAA Safety Team as FAA Safety Team Lead Representatives, Industry Member, and Training Provider!