Austin Aeronauts, Inc. was founded in 1983 in Austin, Texas by Mr. David Smuck. The company specializes in hot air balloon advertising, promotions, special events, passenger pleasure flights, and adventure tours.
The Company has flown over 10,000 hot air balloon passengers in locations as diverse as the Texas Hill Country, the New Mexico deserts, the plains of Canada, the mountains of Colorado, the rivers of Mexico, and the cities of Europe. While Mr. Smuck serves as the company's primary pilot, additional pilots are chosen for their experience, flight record, and professional performance. Mr. Smuck has over 4500 hours of flight time in balloons and approximately 600 hours in fixed wing aircraft.
