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The Avian Balloon Magnum IX (ICAO type BALL) is an aircraft certificated in the Hot Air Balloon category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 1,134 kg. It offers seating for up to 8 across its variants.

Avian Balloon Magnum IX

Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
14
Active
14
Certifying authorities
FAA
Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
Magnum IX
Magnum IX
1,134 kg8
Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS A4NM · Rev 2 · issued 1995-03-03

Category
Hot Air Balloon
MTOW
1,134 kg
Seats
8 passengers
Fuel
151 L
Approved fuelLPG
Engine

Avian Burner Assembly, Dwg 78-3200, 79-3200

Certification basis

FAR 31, effective July 1, 1964, including Amendments 31-1 through 31-4.

Safety & ops history

Where to look next

Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.
Magnum IX — frequently asked
How many people can the Avian Balloon Magnum IX carry?

The Avian Balloon Magnum IX seats up to 8 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Avian Balloon Magnum IX?

The Avian Balloon Magnum IX's maximum take-off weight is 1,134 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Avian Balloon Magnum IX?

The Avian Balloon Magnum IX's ICAO type designator is BALL.

How many Avian Balloon Magnum IX aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 14 registered Avian Balloon Magnum IX airframes worldwide.

Registered Magnum IX aircraft

Individual Magnum IX airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.