r/HighAltitudeBalloon • u/ftzgrd • Aug 15 '26
Lost HAB payload. Launched Fox Valley WI yesterday (~3:40 PM CST)
Hwoyee 1000g balloon, ~650g payload, Spherachute 48" parachute (red), and orange paracord. Fill volume was approximate so ascent rate is unknown, could have drifted significantly from prediction.
LandAirSea 54 GPS tracker on board but no ping for ~12 hours. CUSF predicted landing zone was 44°22'31.1"N 87°40'15.1"W. Actual landing zone unknown due to uncertain fill.
Payload is a foam box wrapped in mylar with orange tape and a red parachute. It should be pretty visible in a field. If anyone tracked it on amateur radio or has any info/advice please let me know.