Price, lead time and running cost, in that order, because that is the order people ask.
Purchase
| Item | Price | Production |
|---|---|---|
| 13 foot blimp, artwork both sides | $1,526 | 3-7 days after artwork approval |
| 5.5 foot sphere | $350 | 1-2 days if not in stock |
| Helium fill hose | $45 | ships with order |
| Tether 120 ft or pennant 105 ft | included, choose one |
Shipping
UPS Ground from the factory in North Carolina. One carton, 60 by 26 by 3 inches. Two to five business days anywhere in the continental United States.
Shipping is $135 for a blimp and $27 for a sphere, and it is not included in the item price. We quote it separately so you can see it rather than find it folded into a bigger number.
Helium, the recurring cost
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 200 cf tank from a local welding-gas supplier | about $300 |
| Per cubic foot | about $1.50 |
| Blimp fill from empty, about 170 cf | about $255 |
| Sphere fill from empty, about 87 cf | about $130 |
| Daily top-off | about $2.50 |
| Loss rate | about 1% per day |
Common questions
Where are they made?
Our factory in North Carolina.
Is artwork extra?
No. Full colour, both sides, inside the $1,526.
How fast can I have one?
Three to seven days production after artwork approval, then two to five days shipping.
Do I need FAA clearance?
Not below 150 feet, and we fly at 120. Within five miles of controlled airspace, call the tower.
What is the warranty?
If it wears out, send it back for a replacement. Weather loss is not covered.
Ask for a quote. Call 1-800-791-1445 or email sales@arizonaballoon.com and tell us the size and whether you want it printed.
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