BG7XSS APRS balloons offer a fun and relaxed way for amateur radio enthusiasts to experiment with APRS. However, considering that they need to transmit APRS signals,In essence, it's a beacon tower, and still requires verification + installation approval.
There are mature, open-source solutions for APRS balloons (such as the projects on github.com/lightaprs, which can be powered by solar panels or capacitors/small batteries).
Although the payload is light, and combined with the helium balloon itself, the overall weight remains low enough that it does not fall under the definition of "balloons" in the "Regulations for the Management of Balloon Release," so it generally doesn't require approval. However, it's still important to consider avoiding flying too close to nearby airports to avoid disrupting air traffic, including civil aviation. Some tools can estimate the approximate flight path of the balloon (before it bursts due to thin air).
I remember that this technology was quite popular in Europe, where there were many APRS gateways.