Michael Stinson grew up in Louisville, KY where he attended St. Xavier High School and the University of Louisville. Michael is a Battalion Chief with the Louisville Fire Department with over 24 years of service. In 2004 Michael received his FAA commercial Hot air balloon license and has flown balloons in several states and in Mexico. Michael is also a FAA certified hot air balloon repairman. In 2021 he flew across the Grand Canyon in a balloon!