Rising materials and labor inflate the price of this classic ride.
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Large hot air balloons can cost as much as $160,000, requiring huge amounts of high quality materials and lots of time. This video focuses on the Spanish company Ultramagic Balloons, which employs large sewing teams as well as engineers to produce flawless balloon-based aircraft.
Questions:
Why does Ultramagic Balloons prioritize quality control throughout its production process?
What are some factors that contribute to the high costs of hot air balloons?