When the pilot communicates that he is
looking to land, the crew should be ready with gloves on. Try to find accessible sites in
front of the balloon and send one person to ask permission to land if possible. Be
prepared to move again quickly as preferred landing sites are not always attainable as
planned.
The pilot can land the balloon without crew, but usually prefers the crew there
if possible to help. When the balloon is coming in, don't get in front of it as several
tons of inertia are heading your way. Try to catch the balloon by the sides or the back as
it hits the ground and put weight on the basket. Once the balloon stops moving, keep your
weight on until the pilot tells you to gather in the envelope.
Landing/Recovery tips:
