Pilot Page
Meet the pilots flying at the 16th Annual Arizona Balloon Classic, from 30+ balloon teams.
ABC16 pilots
Coming soon
2027 pilot lineup
Each pilot's balloon, name, and hometown will be posted here once the ABC16 lineup is final.
Flying programs
- Morning Balloon Launches
- Saturday & Sunday · 7:30–8:30 AM, with task competition
- Tethered Balloon Rides
- Sat & Sun 7–10 AM · Daily 4:30–9 PM
- Evening Desert Glows
- Friday, Saturday & Sunday · 7–9 PM
- Pilot packet
- Briefing times and field details are sent after registration.