Repülős Emlékmű Plaque

Sweeping across the sky, the stylized airplane atop the Repülő Emlékmű Plaque embodies the spirit of flight. This plaque, here on Farkashegy hill, isn’t just a memorial. It’s a testament to a bygone era. It commemorates Mátyásföld, Hungary’s first airfield and public airport. The Repülő Emlékmű Plaque also honors the brave pilots of World War I and II, who soared above the clouds in times of conflict. The plaque stands on a square base, its straight wall reaching towards the heavens. The sculpture itself captures a modern and dynamic form, like a bird taking flight. This area, Farkashegy, has a rich history of gliding. Between the two World Wars, it was a haven for glider enthusiasts. The varied slopes and open landscape made it an ideal training ground. Imagine pilots launching their gliders with strong rubber ropes, catching the wind currents and dancing in the sky. The plaque we see today, with its composite wings, is a more recent addition, erected in 2017. It replaced an earlier memorial from 1979 which had fallen into disrepair. The original memorial used metal wings from an Esztergom glider, designed by Ernő Rubik Sr. The Repülő Emlékmű Plaque serves as a powerful reminder of the dedication and passion of these early aviators. They carved a space for themselves in the sky, leaving a legacy that endures to this day.