👉 A balloonist is a person who flies balloons, usually in order to collect data or information about a particular area. Balloons are commonly used for surveys, research, and other purposes that require collecting data from a large number of people at once. They typically have specialized equipment such as a balloon launcher, which allows them to place the balloons in various locations over a short period of time. Balloonists may use a variety of techniques to collect their information, depending on the specific needs and objectives