Balloon System Rebuilds

Mid-Atlantic Balloon Repair Station specializes in the type of craftsmanship that results in a flying work of art. We can transform your old, worn out wicker basket into a like-new masterpiece.

In addition to baskets, we have the capability to rebuild envelopes from nearly any hot air balloon manufacturer to original specifications or better. If your balloon envelope is getting worn-out and it's time for a replacement, come to us to see what your options may be. Our prices are guaranteed to beat any balloon manufacturer's quote on a new envelope!

Portfolio:

FireFly 4.5 Total Rebuild
		Before / After Comparison That's the original floor in both photos!
We started off repairing a number of small holes in the rattan of this used TBW 4.5 basket, and decided the mix of old and new rattan would look unnatural. Eventually, we wound up reweaving all of it from the floor up (using the original horizontal rattan as a guide). The floor was sanded down and many coats of lacquer applied. New skids were installed. The basket suede and scuff leather was replaced and tall uprights were introduced. New suspension ropes were also installed. The floor assembly, basket frame & uprights, horizontal rattan segments and corner console panels are the only original parts remaining.
FireFly 4.9 Total Rebuild
Before	After	In Between
This TBW 4.9 basket was horribly unairworthy and needed a new floor assembly and lower frame along with a total wicker rebuild. All of the rattan was replaced, unlike the 4.5 basket above which retained the original horizontal guide rattan. New suspension ropes, suede and scuff leather were installed. A total transformation... You would never guess this was at one time such an ugly basket!

Mid-Atlantic Balloon Repair
1638 Yellow Springs Rd.
Chester Springs, PA 19425

Jon Radowski
Mobile: 908-208-1869

FAA Certified Repair Station # MRJR608Y