Brookhaven Hot Air Balloon Flying Guide

Q: What Is the Hot Air Balloon in Brookhaven?

The Hot Air Balloon is an airborne vehicle exclusive to players who own the VIP Pack gamepass. It arrived in the Outfits and Hot Air Balloons Update, which also introduced new RP outfit givers across the map. You'll find it listed under the Helicopter category in the vehicle menu, even though its mechanics are completely different from a standard helicopter. Unlike any other aircraft in the game, the Hot Air Balloon cannot come to a complete stop while airborne. Once you activate the burner, the balloon keeps moving. That single mechanic defines everything about how you fly it.

Q: How Do You Control the Hot Air Balloon?

The control scheme here is unlike anything else in Brookhaven RP. Instead of standard flight inputs, the balloon uses two interactive leashes hanging from the basket: Press the red leash (marked with an arrow icon) to fire the burner, which lifts the balloon and pushes it forward at roughly 5 mph. Press the blue leash to vent air and descend. Press either leash multiple times to adjust altitude more aggressively. Use the W, A, S, D keys to steer the burner valve, which visually responds to your movement inputs. Speed ranges from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 10, with each adjustment moving in increments of exactly +1 or -1. That precision is intentional and makes the balloon far more controllable than its slow pace might suggest.

Q: Where Does the Hot Air Balloon Spawn?

You can spawn the Hot Air Balloon at any Helicopter or Jet Pad across the map. A dedicated VIP flying vehicle spawn was also added to the top of the mountain in the same update that introduced the balloon. In the vehicle selection menu, look under the Helicopter tab to find it.

Q: How Does Customization Work?

The Hot Air Balloon offers 5 selectable color variations, letting you match it to your character's style or the theme of your current roleplay scenario. Players with the music feature unlocked can also assign music to the balloon, adding atmosphere to longer flights. The balloon does not use liveries or alternate body models the way jets and helicopters do. Color is the primary visual customization tool here.

Q: How Does Capacity Work on the Hot Air Balloon?

The basket is fully collidable, meaning players can physically stand inside it without needing to sit in a designated seat. This is a significant design difference from helicopters and jets, which require seat interactions. Multiple players can ride together inside the basket at the same time. There is one thing to watch out for: Roblox's built-in AutoJump behavior can occasionally cause players to clip out of the basket if their character collides with the interior walls. This is a Roblox engine behavior rather than a bug specific to the balloon, but it is worth keeping in mind during group flights.

The Hot Air Balloon is one of the most distinctive vehicles in Brookhaven RP, and it stands apart from every other aircraft in the game. Where jets and helicopters prioritize speed, this VIP-exclusive ride trades raw velocity for a relaxed, scenic experience that no other air vehicle can match. Whether you want to float above the town for roleplay scenes or simply explore the map from above, knowing exactly how this balloon works will make every flight smoother and more enjoyable.

What Is the Hot Air Balloon in Brookhaven?

The Hot Air Balloon is an airborne vehicle exclusive to players who own the VIP Pack gamepass. It arrived in the Outfits and Hot Air Balloons Update, which also introduced new RP outfit givers across the map. You'll find it listed under the Helicopter category in the vehicle menu, even though its mechanics are completely different from a standard helicopter.

Unlike any other aircraft in the game, the Hot Air Balloon cannot come to a complete stop while airborne. Once you activate the burner, the balloon keeps moving. That single mechanic defines everything about how you fly it.

How Do You Control the Hot Air Balloon?

The control scheme here is unlike anything else in Brookhaven RP. Instead of standard flight inputs, the balloon uses two interactive leashes hanging from the basket:

Press the red leash (marked with an arrow icon) to fire the burner, which lifts the balloon and pushes it forward at roughly 5 mph.
Press the blue leash to vent air and descend.
Press either leash multiple times to adjust altitude more aggressively.
Use the W, A, S, D keys to steer the burner valve, which visually responds to your movement inputs.

Speed ranges from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 10, with each adjustment moving in increments of exactly +1 or -1. That precision is intentional and makes the balloon far more controllable than its slow pace might suggest.

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Since the balloon never fully stops, plan your flight path before activating the burner. Approaching your landing zone at minimum speed gives you the most control over where you touch down.

Mobile Controls

On mobile devices, the Hot Air Balloon uses a unique layout that differs from every other air vehicle. Left and right arrow buttons appear on the bottom-left side of the screen, rather than the right side or near the top where most vehicle controls sit. These arrows also feature a hover-style visual effect, which is new specifically for this vehicle's GUI.

Where Does the Hot Air Balloon Spawn?

You can spawn the Hot Air Balloon at any Helicopter or Jet Pad across the map. A dedicated VIP flying vehicle spawn was also added to the top of the mountain in the same update that introduced the balloon. In the vehicle selection menu, look under the Helicopter tab to find it.

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You must own the VIP Pack gamepass to access the Hot Air Balloon. No other gamepass unlocks it, and speed-related gamepasses have no effect on its performance.

How Does Customization Work?

The Hot Air Balloon offers 5 selectable color variations, letting you match it to your character's style or the theme of your current roleplay scenario. Players with the music feature unlocked can also assign music to the balloon, adding atmosphere to longer flights.

The balloon does not use liveries or alternate body models the way jets and helicopters do. Color is the primary visual customization tool here.

How Does Capacity Work on the Hot Air Balloon?

The basket is fully collidable, meaning players can physically stand inside it without needing to sit in a designated seat. This is a significant design difference from helicopters and jets, which require seat interactions. Multiple players can ride together inside the basket at the same time.

There is one thing to watch out for: Roblox's built-in AutoJump behavior can occasionally cause players to clip out of the basket if their character collides with the interior walls. This is a Roblox engine behavior rather than a bug specific to the balloon, but it is worth keeping in mind during group flights.

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During multiplayer rides, avoid jumping inside the basket. AutoJump collisions with the basket walls are the most common reason players fall out mid-flight.

Hot Air Balloon vs. Other Air Vehicles

Here is how the Hot Air Balloon stacks up against the other air vehicles available in Brookhaven RP:

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The balloon is intentionally the slowest option, but its collidable basket and unique leash controls make it the best choice for group roleplay scenarios and sightseeing.

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Balloon

Use the mountain spawn point for instant altitude. Spawning at the VIP mountain pad puts you high above the map right away, cutting out the slow climb from ground level.
Tap the red leash gradually rather than holding it. Because speed increments are precise at +1 each time, tapping gives you more control than aggressive repeated presses.
Plan descent early. The balloon cannot stop, so start pressing the blue leash well before you reach your target landing zone.
Use it for roleplay scenes. The balloon's slow pace and collidable basket make it ideal for scenic tours, movie-style shots, or group travel sequences in roleplay.
Check the changelog for updates. The balloon was introduced alongside other content changes, and future patches may adjust its behavior. Keep an eye on the official Brookhaven changelog to stay current.

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The Hot Air Balloon's design is directly inspired by real-life hot air balloons, which use heated air to ascend and controlled venting to descend. The burner and valve animations in-game reflect that real-world mechanic.

Final Thoughts

The Hot Air Balloon is not trying to compete with jets or helicopters on speed. It fills a completely different role in Brookhaven RP, offering a relaxed, social flying experience that no other vehicle provides. The leash-based controls take a few flights to get comfortable with, but once you understand the +1 speed increments and plan your descents properly, you will find it surprisingly precise for such a slow-moving aircraft. If you own the VIP Pack and have not taken it for a spin yet, the mountain spawn point is the perfect place to start. For more tips on vehicles, houses, and hidden mechanics, browse more guides at games.gg/guides/.