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The Civil Aviation Safety Authority controls ballooning in Australia and the rules are very strict these days. All pilots are licensed by CASA and have to have regular medicals and check flights just like 747 captains. The balloons are inspected every 100 hours or 12 months just like any aircraft to ensure they are airworthy.
