Don Piccard

Don Piccard was an influential American balloonist and engineer known for pioneering hot air balloon design and flight. He was part of a family with a rich aeronautical legacy, contributing to safer and more reliable balloons. Piccard's innovations helped to improve hot air balloon technology and popularize ballooning as a sport and recreational activity. His work combined engineering skill with adventurous exploration, inspiring future generations of balloonists and aeronauts.