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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 aviation.
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Upcoming GAA Events
Sept 13 Jefferson County Balloon Glow
see Events Page for more details
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Meetings - 2008
July 21 - BOD Meeting
Sept 6 - Crown Winery Event (tentative)
Sept 13 - Jefferson County Balloon Glow
Sept 15 - General Meeting 7 pm Culpeppers Kirkwood
Oct 11 - Bonfire & Weenie Roast at Lew James Place
Oct 18 - Burner Cleaning Day
Oct 20 - BOD Meeting
Nov 8 - Make A Wish Balloon Glow at Route 66 State Park
Nov 10 - General Meeting 7 pm Culpeppers Kirkwood
Dec 6 - Holiday Party
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Meetings 2009
Feb 28, 2009 29th Annual Safety Seminar
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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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