What impact may rain have on operation of a hot-air balloon?

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Question Quiz BPL Hot Air - Balloon Pilot License - Principles of Flight (Balloon)

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Total mass and gas consumption increase

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Rain drops hitting on the hull reduce the lift force.

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The hull is deformed, which reduces lift.

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The hull is cooled, resulting in less gas consumption.

BPL Hot Air: What impact may rain have on operation of a hot-air balloon? Id: 407