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The envelope (fabric portion of the balloon) is stretched out on the ground and attached to the basket. A powerful fan is used to inflate the envelope with cold air. When once inflated, the air is heated by the burner and the envelope rises above the basket. With further heating, there is sufficient lift for the balloon to fly.
