free balloon

American  

noun

1. a balloon, often equipped to carry passengers, that drifts with air currents and whose ascent and descent are controlled by the release of ballast and buoyant gas.

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Other Word Forms

• free ballooning noun

Example Sentences

Contacted by Scientific American, the Federal Aviation Administration said that the agency has comprehensive regulations for U.S. operators to safely carry out unpiloted free balloon flights.

From Scientific American

Jake Gyllenhaal talking to a puppet octopus does have thematic similarities to a photo of a child being given a free balloon, and endearing facial contortions in front of a green screen are Jake's specialty.

From The Verge

FAA regulations say recreational aircraft pilots need only a valid driver’s license to certify their medical status, and balloonists need even less than that: “glider” and “free balloon” pilots need not apply for a medical certificate at all.

From Los Angeles Times

“To be issued glider or free balloon airman certificates,” the FAA writes on its website, “applicants must certify that they do not know, or have reason to know, of any medical condition that would make them unable to operate a glider or free balloon in a safe manner.”

From Los Angeles Times

The Country Store and concessions will be offered in Mooreton, with free balloon animals for the children.

From Washington Times