Your mission at the edge of space

Own video recordings
from 40 kilometers altitude

Be your own NASA engineer! From home to the edge of space!
The blackness of space and the blue of our planet become visible!

Weather Balloon Shop

The Weather Balloon Kit is your all-in-one worry-free package and includes everything you need for your space mission. A weather balloon is filled with helium and can carry a small styrofoam satellite up to an altitude of 40,000 meters. On board is an action camera that records the entire flight, capturing spectacular footage. With the help of a GPS tracker, the probe can be recovered. Our kit provides everything you need for this:

Top-Quality equipment for successful missions
Experience since 2012
Worldwide shipping with DHL & DHL Express
Reliable equipment & maximum quality
All-in-One: Instructions, tools, weather balloon, teaching material...
Engineered & made in Germany
Support for questions via e-mail & phone
Detailed step-by-step instructions
Equipment meets all aviation authority regulations

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This is how your mission
to the edge of space works

Install the space cam, GPS tracker, etc. in your Styrofoam probe.

Fill your weather balloon with helium.

The weather balloon rises.

The weather balloon bursts.

The parachute opens after bursting.

GPS tracker transmits its position with an accuracy of 5 metres.

Recover your probe and marvel at your video recordings.

Your own space mission has never been so close at hand:

Easy to register and secure with the aviation authority
Detailed step-by-step instructions and explanatory videos
High-quality equipment for your mission
Support for questions by e-mail and telephone
Especially for teachers: teaching materials including experiment instructions

SchülerInnen konstruieren die Styrporbox

Weather Balloon Shop

Top-Quality equipment for successful missions
Experience since 2012
Worldwide shipping with DHL & DHL Express
Reliable equipment & maximum quality
All-in-One: Instructions, tools, weather balloon, teaching material...
Engineered & made in Germany
Support for questions via e-mail & phone
Detailed step-by-step instructions
Equipment meets all aviation authority regulations

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FAQ: You have the questions,
we have the answers.

Is a weather balloon ascent even permitted?

Yes. Registration is very simple. You can apply for an ascent permit via email from the regional aviation authority. Additionally, you need proof of insurance. Here you will find our tool for registering with the regional aviation authority, as well as the right contacts and tips on insurance.

Can I carry out the project myself? What if I need help?

Yes, basically anyone can carry out the project themselves. For this, we have written a detailed step-by-step guide, which is included in every Weather Balloon Kit. The manual walks you through all the important steps—from planning and technology to the flight and recovery. And if you ever get stuck, we offer free email and phone support.

Is a stratospheric flight harmful to the environment?

No. Helium is used as the filling gas, which, as a noble gas, does not react with the atmosphere. Additionally, the weather balloon is made of natural rubber, which is biodegradable. The rest of the equipment is recovered after each flight and can be reused. Unlike airplanes or rockets, a weather balloon is completely emission-free.

Can I reuse the technology?

Yes, the electronics, parachute, and styrofoam probe can be reused for future flights, making additional projects significantly more affordable. The only thing you need to replace is the weather balloon, as it bursts.

How far does a weather balloon fly?

The flight distance depends heavily on the wind direction and strength. As a rule, a flight from take-off to landing takes approx. 2.5 - 3 hours. The balloon covers an average distance of 50-150 kilometres.

How does the weather balloon get back?

A GPS tracker is built into a styrofoam probe, which gives you its exact position after landing. So you know where the technology is and you can collect it again.

What happens if the balloon lands on a road?

Here it is important to take appropriate precautions to minimise the risk. With our flight route prediction, it is possible to calculate the flight route to within a few kilometres. If the risk of landing in heavily populated regions is too great, you can ensure that the weather balloon lands either before or after a city by varying the ascent speed, for example. To calculate the amount of helium required, use our Helium calculator. And if damage should occur during landing (approx. 1kg is packed in polystyrene), the aircraft owner's liability insurance will cover the damage.