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Baskets
The baskets by «RUSBAL» are of traditional design. Most of the air balloon manufacturers design baskets the same way. The load structure is represented by a rigid bottom made of strong waterproof plywood with steel wires beneath it. The basket wires are connected to the envelope flying cables with carabiners. The walls of the basket are wickerwork; it contributes to basket elasticity at landing.
The main distinctive feature of baskets by SPE «RUSBAL» is their lightness compared to baskets by other manufacturers, as their structure includes tubes made of aluminum-magnesium alloy.
SPE «RUSBAL» manufactures several models of baskets; each of them is compatible with several envelopes.
The choice-making principle is the same as for the envelopes: it depends on the desired number of people aboard the air balloon.
If the desired number of people aboard does not coincide with the basket occupancy, you are recommended to make your choice in favor of the basket with a bigger occupancy. It will let you perform flights with a bigger take-off mass at a low ambient air temperature, e.g. in winter. In any case, the basket must match the capacity and the model of the envelope.
Models baskets
Duet
1 pilot and 1...2 passengers, 45 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 950...2500m3
Quartet
1 pilot and 3...4 passengers, 75 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 1550...4500m3
Quintet
1 пpilot and 4...5 passengers, 85 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 2550...4500 m3
Sextet Т (Т6)
1 pilot and 6 passengers, 165 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 3000...5000m3
Octet Т (Т8)
1 pilot and 8 passengers, 180 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 3000...5000m3
T10
1 pilot and 10 passengers, 210 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 5500...7000m3
Y10
1 pilot and 10 passengers, 205 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 5500...7000m3
T12
1 pilot and 12 passengers, 250 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 5950...7000m3
Y12
1 pilot and 12 passengers, 250 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 5950...7000m3
TT12
1 pilot and 12 passengers, 270 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 5950...7000m3
TT16
1 pilot and 16 passengers, 340 kg, for envelopes with capacity of 7750...10000m3
TT20
1 pilot and 20 passengers, 385 kg for envelopes with capacity of 8500...10000m3
The mass values are given for an empty basket, without burner support rods, their covers and other additional parts and options. These values may slightly vary from the real ones. The actual mass values are given in operational documentation.
When choosing baskets for commercial flights, provided that they are of the same occupancy, it is preferable to choose partitioned baskets with a bigger number of compartments.
Options for baskets
Door
Baskets may have doors, which is very convenient for commercial flights with passengers. The door may open either towards left or right. It takes several seconds to change the direction of its opening. The safety lock prevents the door from its spontaneous or unintentional opening in flight or while landing. The door increases the mass of the basket by 9…10 kg. The door makes the presence of the turning vent in the envelope obligatory, to provide landing on side of the basket opposite the side with a door.
Embroidery
Вышивка на поручнях и других тканевых элементах украсит любую гондолу. Вышитое изображение не сотрется и будет долго сохранять привлекательность.
Color variations
Different elements of the basket may be of various colors. SPE «RUSBALs» uses materials of various colors to manufacture holders, handles to carry the basket and stripes for cylinders. The choice of basket color does not affect its price. Wickerwork may be also painted different colors or it may carry a picture which will make an accent on the singularity of the owner.
Protective panel
The protective panel is intended for passengers’ comfort in the basket.
