For more than forty years the Petrehn name has been synonymous with hot air balloons. Now, with the third generation of pilots coming up, Idaho Balloon Adventures offers the history and expertise for adventurists looking to explore the beautiful West Ada County area, along the foothills and Boise River.
Blue Skies Hot Air Ballooning Adventures provides scenic hot air balloon rides in the Treasure Valley. They also offer crew and pilot instruction for those interested in hot air ballooning.
When it comes to flying with Blue Skies, safety is paramount. Mike is an FAA certified commercial hot air balloon pilot and a professional airline pilot. When he's not flying hot air balloons he flies large commercial jets internationally for a major cargo airline. He has more than 20 years and nearly 15,000 total hours of flying experience.
