A BMX park in the sky

CAA on General Aviation

We speak with Dave Boxall, Chief Airworthiness Engineer at Cameron Balloons on their recent adventure with Red Bull on the Don’t Look Down project.

You'll hear how this project came to be and the amazing adventure these organisations went on to get the balloon into the air.

Kriss Kyle, Scottish BMX Pro said:

“I’ve had to push past my fears several times before on Red Bull projects, but nothing has compared to this. Riding my BMX at 2,000ft, you’re so high up it almost doesn’t feel real anymore. I trusted the crew with my life, and wouldn’t have been able to do it without the help of Cameron Balloons, who worked in partnership with the CAA to help make BMX riding at 2,000ft a reality.”

Cameron Balloons is the world leader in the manufacture of lighter-than-air aircraft and fabric structures. Their mission is to deliver the highest quality aircraft-standard engineering through robust and innovative products; led by a creative team, supported by a reliable aftersales service.

Established in 1971, they have built over 9500 hot air balloons and continue to support this diverse industry with in-depth and realistic expertise.

About the 'Don't look down' project:

Don't Look Down: Kriss Kyle BMX film (redbull.com)

Kriss Kyle's Don't Look Down: how it was made (redbull.com)

BMX Pro Kriss Kyle Interview - Don't Look Down film (redbull.com)