For the first time in Vietnam a recreational balloon was flown for trial purposes on January 23rd in Nha Trang.

With a diameter of 22m, the 1.2 million euro balloon, imported from France by Hon Tam-Nha Trang Beach Joint Stock Company, is covered with 46 non-flammable and high-pressure plastic sheets to contain 6,000m3 of helium and natural air. Being able to reach an altitude of around 100-150m, the balloon can accommodate up to 30 people each time. 

It will be put into service from February 3rd, with a trip in the balloon lasting for 20 minutes and costing US$10 per person.

Source: Tien Phong

Translated by Hoang Anh