Models
| Model | Type | Registered | Valid | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIREFLY 7-15 | Balloon | 157 | 156 | 1991-2001 |
| FIREFLY 7 | Balloon | 129 | 127 | 1910-1990 |
| FIREFLY 8B-15 | Balloon | 123 | 123 | 1992-2005 |
| FIREFLY 8B | Balloon | 37 | 37 | 1983-1991 |
| FIREFLY 7B-15 | Balloon | 33 | 33 | 1991-1999 |
| FIREFLY 7-B | Balloon | 26 | 26 | 1981-1987 |
| FIREFLY 8 | Balloon | 18 | 18 | 1990-1999 |
| FIREFLY 6B | Balloon | 12 | 12 | 1977-1987 |
| FIREFLY 9B-15 | Balloon | 8 | 8 | 1994-2000 |
| FIREFLY 5 | Balloon | 5 | 5 | 1976-1981 |
| FIREFLY 8-24 | Balloon | 5 | 5 | 1976-1988 |
| FIREFLY 6 | Balloon | 3 | 3 | 1975-1988 |
| FIREFLY 6B-15 | Balloon | 3 | 3 | 1994-2004 |
| FIREFLY 9 | Balloon | 3 | 3 | 1995-2000 |
| FIREFLY C7 | Balloon | 1 | 1 | 1990-1990 |
| FIREFLY 11B | Balloon | 1 | 1 | 1994-1994 |
| FIRE FLY 10 | Balloon | 1 | 1 | 2000-2000 |
Balloon Works aircraft in the FAA registry
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) registry lists 565 aircraft under the manufacturer name "BALLOON WORKS." Of these, 562 registrations are currently valid. The data reflects the state of the registry as of 2026-10-16. These aircraft are classified as balloons. The fleet consists of 17 distinct models, with the majority built between 1975 and 2001. Half of the registered aircraft were built in 1995 or earlier.
Registered Balloon Works Aircraft Models
The registry is dominated by the FIREFLY series. The FIREFLY 7-15 is the most numerous model, with 157 aircraft registered. These were built between 1991 and 2001. The FIREFLY 7 follows with 129 registrations, built from 1974 to 1990. The FIREFLY 8B-15 accounts for 123 registrations, with production spanning 1992 to 2002. Other notable models include the FIREFLY 8B (37 aircraft), the FIREFLY 7B-15 (33 aircraft), and the FIREFLY 7-B (26 aircraft). Most of these models are single-seat aircraft.
Type Certificates and Registration Locations
Type certificate data sheets (TCDS) cover the primary models. TCDS A14SO, held by JR Aerosports Ltd., includes the FIREFLY 7-15, FIREFLY 7, FIREFLY 8B-15, FIREFLY 8B, and FIREFLY 7B-15. Airworthiness classifications show that 522 aircraft hold a standard airworthiness certificate, while 7 are experimental. Geographically, Colorado holds the most registrations with 54 aircraft. New Mexico follows with 45, and Michigan has 41. Each model page provides specifications and the relevant TCDS, while every aircraft has a specific registration record by N-number.
Figures from the FAA registry file as of Oct 16, 2026.