Questions about Balloons


As I understand it, balloons can rise very high into the air, like tens of thousands of feet where air traffic happens.

Can party balloons go this high?

Which balloons can?

What is the average height of a balloon (of course this depends on the type of balloon).

Are balloons dangerous to planes?

Has a plane ever been taken out by a balloon?

Can they be seen on radar?

Do private “balloonists” and companies, or government agencies need to notify anyone before they launch large balloons which can go very high?

On estimate, how many balloons are in the air and what kinds of balloons are most prevalent?

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