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To promote public interest and generate enthusiasm in the ancient art of aerostation; to
better the communication and fellowship of balloon pilots and enthusiasts; to promote safety in
all phases of ballooning activity both commercial and sporting; to establish a rapport with and
disseminate accurate information to the non-ballooning community.
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The GAA Club
The Gateway Aerostatic Association was formed over 30 years ago making it one of
the oldest balloon organizations in the country. The goal of the GAA is to promote safe
and enjoyable ballooning through education and group activities. Our membership has
been graced with the presence of many pioneers of the sport including Nikki and Don
Caplan, Ed Yost, and Don Piccard. Our current membership includes full-time
commercial pilots, national competitors, weekend flyers, crew members, and
enthusiasts. The GAA is open to all who have an interest in lighter-than-air aerostation.
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Upcoming GAA Events
AUGUST 8 GAA Picnic (and hopefully afternoon flight)
Queeney Park Picnic Shelter #1
more details to follow or contact us with questions
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Meetings 2009
July 20 -- BOD Meeting
Aug 8 -- GAA Pinic at Queeney Park
Aug 17 -- BOD Meeting
Sept 14 -- General Meeting at LTBD 7 pm
Oct 10 -- Jefferson County Glow
Oct 17 -- Burner Day
Oct 19 -- BOD meeting
Nov 7 -- Make A Wish Glow
Nov 14 -- Weenie Roast at Jill & Jeff's
Nov 16 -- General Meeting LTBD 7 pm
Dec 5 -- Christmas Party
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St. Louis Hot Air Balloon Forecast
Is it flyable today? Click the link below for the NOAA Hot Air Balloon Forecast to find
out. NOAA is reading the forecast on the phone, effective immediately.
The phone number is 636-441-8467. When the answering system picks up,
touch 445 to get the balloon forecast. They haven't updated the greeting
yet, so there's no mention of the balloon forecast, but if you just
touch 445 as soon as the computer picks up the line, you'll be sent to
the correct recording.
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NOAA St. Louis Hot Air Balloon Forecast
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