Disclaimer – Solidarity Bracelet

Statement of Responsibility and Declaration of Informed Consent

Free Flight

I declare that I have acknowledged the general flight conditions and confirm that I am in good physical and psychological condition to participate in a hot air balloon flight during the Festival Internacional Balões Ar Quente (FIBAQ 2025), which will take place from November 8 to 13, 2025, in the municipalities of Alter do Chão, Benavila, Fronteira, Monforte, and Ponte de Sor.

1. Safety Conditions

I declare that I have been informed that, for safety reasons, the Festival organization will not allow flight participation to individuals who, due to their physical, psychological, or behavioral condition, may jeopardize their own safety or that of other participants, including:

  • Pregnant women;
  • Minors;
  • People with heart conditions, bone or joint problems (osteoporosis or similar conditions);
  • People suffering from epilepsy or severe mental disorders (schizophrenia or similar);
  • People who have recently undergone invasive treatments (chemotherapy or similar) or surgeries;
  • People with reduced mobility or who require physical assistance (such as canes or similar support);
  • Or any other condition that, in the judgment of the organization or the pilots, may compromise the safety of the activity.

The organization and/or the pilots have full authority and may decide, at any time, whether the participant is fit to fly safely, and may cancel or postpone the flight for safety, technical, or adverse weather reasons.

2. Nature and Risks of the Activity

I hereby declare that I have fully read and understood the General Terms of Participation, the Safety Rules, and the Terms and Conditions applicable to FIBAQ, acknowledging the nature and specific risks associated with the hot air balloon flight activity.

I am aware that this is a high-risk activity, dependent on weather conditions and technical factors, and that unforeseen events may occur, resulting in delays, changes, or incidents.

I agree to participate freely, consciously, and with full understanding, assuming the normal and foreseeable risks inherent to the activity.

3. Participant Responsabilities

I commit to following all safety instructions provided by the pilots and the organization, as well as acting prudently and providing truthful information about my health condition.

4. Passenger Distribution and Boarding Conditions

I declare that I have been informed that the distribution of passengers among the balloons is determined exclusively by the organization, taking into account the capacity, technical conditions, and balance requirements of each aircraft.

For this reason, it may be necessary to assign passengers of different weights or, in certain situations, limit the occupancy of a balloon to a single participant.

The organization cannot guarantee that participants will be able to fly together with the people with whom they registered.

The participant’s refusal to accept the assigned distribution or boarding conditions will result in the loss of the right to the flight, without entitlement to a refund or rescheduling.

5. Assumption of Risk and Limitation of Liability

I acknowledge that participation involves the voluntary assumption of the normal and foreseeable risks of the activity, and that the organization cannot be held responsible for occurrences resulting from factors beyond its control, including:

• Operational and technical decisions of the pilot;

• Sudden weather changes;

• Failure of the participant to comply with safety instructions.

6. Role and Responsibility of the Organization

I am aware that Publibalão – Publicidade, Lda. (NIPC 503 425 052, headquartered at Rua Eng.º Manuel Rocha, 1-B, R/C, 1700-104 Lisbon) and the Alentejo Sem Fronteiras – Clube de Balonismo (NIPC 509 643 094, headquartered at Estrada Ribeiro da Lapa, Lote 56, 7460-103 Fronteira – Portalegre) act as the promoters and organizers of the event, being responsible for the logistical and administrative coordination of FIBAQ, without technical involvement in the operation of the aircraft, which is the sole competence and responsibility of licensed pilots holding civil aviation liability insurance policies, in accordance with Regulation (CE) No. 785/2004.

7. Limitation of Liability

I acknowledge and understand that the Organization cannot be held liable for:

  • Incidents arising from the technical operation of the aircraft or from unpredictable weather conditions;
  • Failure of participants to comply with safety instructions.

This limitation does not exclude the Organization’s liability in cases of willful misconduct, gross negligence, or breach of legal safety obligations, in accordance with the Civil Code.