Kelly Hilberth is a New Jersey based commercial hot air balloon pilot, educator, and entrepreneur who discovered her passion for ballooning later in life and turned it into a thriving full-time career. Founder of Just Ducky Hot Air Balloon Experiences, Kelly combines her love of flight with creating unforgettable experiences for passengers. Her Balloon Talk business inspires young students with the science and history of ballooning through engaging school programs. As chairman of New Jersey’s chapter of The Ninety-Nines and one of the region’s few competition pilots, she is dedicated to advancing women in aviation and inspiring others to get involved in the sport. Kelly brings both skill and enthusiasm to every launch, whether flying competitively, instructing new pilots, or introducing communities to the wonder of ballooning.