Carroll Teitsworth - Chief Pilot

Owner and chief pilot Carroll Teitsworth has been a full time professional balloonist since 1978 and has logged over 3400 hours of hot-air ballooning in that time. Prior to taking up ballooning as a profession Mr. Teitsworth was a U.S. Navy multi-engine airplane pilot, and later became a fixed base operator and airplane flight instructor.

He is also an FAA designated balloon pilot examiner, and an FAA safety counselor

Lisa Brady, Office Manager

Lisa Brady, Carroll's oldest daughter, joined the Liberty Balloon Company staff in 1998. She earned a bachelors in Communications from Roberts Wesleyan College. She doesn't fly much, because she is too busy doing the real work keeping things running around the office.

Lance Teitsworth -Pilot

Lance attended Syracuse University and SUNY Cortland, earning a BA in Studio Art with concentrations in Printmaking, Design and Art History. He has his Commercial Pilot Certificate and has traveled far and wide giving school programs.

Lee Teitsworth - Pilot

Lee really had little choice. If you are a Teitsworth, you'll end up being a balloonist in one way or another. In addition to many years as a reliable and experienced crew member, Lee has become a full-time Commercial Pilot and flies for Liberty Balloon Company. He, his wife and his two kids live in Rush, NY. 

Liana Haseltine - Pilot

Liana, Carroll's younger daughter, has her Commercial Pilot Certificate, and recently reached the exceptional milestone of 1,000 hours logged time in a hot air balloon. Liana, her husband Jim and three beautiful daughters live near Charlottesville, VA, where they own and operate Blue Ridge Balloon Co.

Capt. Bob Mueller: 

We are proud to have Capt. Bob join our staff of professional balloon pilots.  Bob brings impressive credintials, including extensive international flying experience and an impeccable safety record.  He has served as Corporate Pilot for numerous companies.  He often shares ballooning with school children.  But he says he especially enjoys introducing first-time fliers to the wonders of silent flight.

The Teitsworths - Board of Directors

Ballooning has always been a family affair for the Teitsworths...but it's rare to see them all gathered around one basket!